Carmen Castillo, BACP

Integrative BACP counsellor for stress and trauma

BACP registered counsellor
English and Spanish
Trauma and anxiety support

About Carmen Castillo

Carmen Castillo is a BACP-registered counsellor based in the United Kingdom with ten years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma, grief and other life challenges. She works in both English and Spanish and brings an integrative, person-centred approach that blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to match each person’s needs. Carmen tailors her work to address a wide range of concerns including depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, career pressures and compassion fatigue.

Carmen takes a holistic view of healing, attending to feelings, body, mind and spirit while helping clients connect present difficulties with formative experiences and attachment patterns. She aims to build a nurturing, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship that encourages self-compassion, practical self-care and the use of inner resources for repair and growth. In therapy she supports clients to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, to strengthen emotional awareness, and to develop clearer, values-driven choices.

Her practice is informed by cultural sensitivity and an openness to diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) she works according to professional standards and ethical guidance. Carmen draws on a love of nature and cross-cultural perspectives to help clients broaden understanding, restore calm and cultivate resilience.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Carmen Castillo have?

Carmen Castillo has 10 years of experience providing counselling and psychotherapy to people facing a range of emotional and life challenges.

Is Carmen Castillo a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential BACP, which indicates membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Carmen Castillo provide therapy?

Carmen provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Carmen Castillo located?

Carmen is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Carmen Castillo as my therapist?

You can work with Carmen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Carmen Castillo work with international clients?

Yes, Carmen works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Carmen Castillo cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take committed action toward those values while learning to accept difficult feelings. It is often used for anxiety, depression and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns of relating - understanding these patterns can help with abandonment concerns, intimacy issues and relationship difficulties. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a warm, empathetic relationship in which the client’s own goals and insights guide the process - this approach supports self-esteem, grief work and personal growth by emphasizing understanding and respect.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Carmen works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adapting techniques over time as progress unfolds. The selection of strategies is guided by the client’s circumstances and shared decisions made in session.

Online therapy with Carmen can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists, whether you are managing work commitments, travel, or other responsibilities, while maintaining continuity of care and therapeutic momentum.

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