About

Carlie Machell-Kay is a qualified psychodynamic counsellor who uses a psychodynamic approach to explore why someone thinks, feels and behaves as they do, and how past relationships influence the present self.

She has worked with people for over 25 years and qualified as a therapist seven years ago.

Carlie has specialised in trauma and its impacts, alongside work on relationship issues. She holds professional experience in women’s mental wellbeing and has extensive experience working in domestic abuse settings.

She also has personal experience of neurodiversity and brain injury, which informs her empathy for clients and for families affected by these issues. Carlie is friendly and approachable and tailors therapy around what each person needs.

Location:
United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Years Experience:
7
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Family, Parenting, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Asperger syndrome, Attachment issues, Autism, Avoidant personality, BDSM, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Coaching, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Compulsion, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Dependent personality, Depression, Disability, Disaster relief therapy, Divorce, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gambling, Grief, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Kink, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sexual dysfunction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Smoking, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Vaping, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials:
  • NPI Number:
  • License: NCPS #NCS21-02650 exp 2026-11-21

Is Online Therapy the Right Fit for Your Needs?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or managing life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility - you can choose the mode of contact that feels most comfortable, whether that is a video call, a phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability can make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life.

Therapists offering online sessions are licensed professionals, and if you decide you need a different fit you are free to switch to another therapist at any time.

How much experience does Carlie Machell-Kay have?

Carlie Machell-Kay has 7 years of experience in providing therapy services.

In which languages does Carlie Machell-Kay provide therapy?

Carlie Machell-Kay provides therapy in English.

Where is Carlie Machell-Kay located?

Carlie Machell-Kay is located in United Kingdom.

How can I work with Carlie Machell-Kay as my therapist?

You can work with Carlie Machell-Kay through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

Does Carlie Machell-Kay work with international clients?

Carlie Machell-Kay does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Carlie Machell-Kay 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, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.