Deke Carter

I currently have availability for in-person counselling in Rayleigh and Rochford, as well as online therapy throughout the UK.

If you’re considering counselling but aren’t sure whether it’s the right step for you, I offer a 20 minute free free introductory phone call. This gives us an opportunity to have an initial conversation, for you to ask any questions, and to get a sense of whether I might be the right therapist for you.

There is no pressure or obligation to book afterwards.

To arrange a free introductory call, please email me at 

Dctherapist@outlook.com.

Hi, I’m Deke. I’m a qualified integrative counsellor and therapist based in Rayleigh, offering in-person counselling across Rayleigh and Rochford, and online therapy throughout the UK.

I work with adults who may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, trauma, burnout, depression or simply a feeling that something in their life isn’t quite right.

I have a particular interest in working with men who may have spent years trying to deal with things on their own. You might be used to keeping busy, getting on with things and being the person others rely on, while finding it difficult to talk about what is actually going on underneath.

You don’t need to have everything figured out before coming to therapy, and you don’t need to be good at talking about your feelings. Sometimes it can simply help to have someone outside your usual circle who will listen without judgement and help you make sense of what you’re experiencing.

I also have experience working with neurodiversity, including ADHD and autism, childhood and sexual trauma, bereavement, relationship and family difficulties, and the emotional impact of chronic illness.

My approach is warm, calm and collaborative. As an integrative therapist, I draw on different therapeutic approaches and tailor our work to you rather than expecting you to fit a particular model.

I believe therapy is not about being ‘fixed’. It is about developing a deeper understanding of yourself, your experiences and the patterns that may be affecting your life.

My role is not to tell you what to do. It is to walk alongside you, helping you explore what is happening, recognise your strengths and develop greater choice and self-understanding.

If you’re wondering whether counselling could help, you don’t have to make a big commitment straight away. I offer a free introductory phone call, giving us the opportunity to talk and see whether we feel like the right fit for each other.

I aim to offer a calm, welcoming and non-judgemental space where you can speak openly about whatever you are experiencing.

You don't need to arrive knowing exactly what you want to talk about. You might simply know that you don't feel quite yourself, that you're struggling to cope, or that something has been building for a while and you don't know how to change it.

Perhaps you have become used to keeping things to yourself, putting other people first or telling yourself that you should be able to deal with things on your own. Therapy can provide a space where you don't have to do that.

Our work together will be collaborative and shaped around you. We can explore what is happening in your life now, understand how past experiences may be affecting you, and look at patterns in your thoughts, feelings, relationships and behaviour.

I won't tell you what you should do or judge you for how you have coped. Instead, I will help you explore your experiences at a pace that feels manageable, while supporting you to develop greater self-awareness, self-compassion and a stronger sense of choice.

Whether you are experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, trauma, burnout, depression or simply feel stuck, you are welcome to get in touch.

You don't need to know whether therapy will work before making contact. The first step can simply be a conversation.

I offer a free introductory phone call,  giving us an opportunity to have an initial conversation, for you to ask any questions, and to get a sense of whether I might be the right therapist for you.

There is no pressure or obligation to book afterwards. You can take some time to decide whether you would like to begin therapy with me.

If you decide we are a good fit, ongoing sessions are 50 minutes and can take place either online or in person.

Online sessions: £45 per session

In-person sessions: £50 per session

Concessionary rates are also available.

To arrange a free introductory call, please email me at:

 Dctherapist@outlook.com