Caroline Henshaw

You may be here because you’ve experienced difficult, upsetting, or traumatic life events. Whatever the reason, some experiences can leave us feeling anxious, depressed, guilty, ashamed, sad, confused, angry or low in self-esteem.

Or perhaps you feel low and out of sorts and you don’t quite know why. Sometimes, it can be really difficult to navigate life's obstacles on your own.

Whatever you’re going through, know that you’re not alone. I will provide you with a safe and supportive space where you can explore your feelings and develop coping strategies to help you move forward.

I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, depression, stress, loneliness, bereavement and loss, low self-esteem, self-harm, relationship difficulties many other issues. One of my areas of expertise is in supporting people who have experienced abuse and trauma.

Alongside my private practice, I work for an organisation offering counselling to individuals who have experienced sexual abuse and trauma. I have also worked for a charity offering free counselling to women who have experienced domestic violence and abuse, as well as a charity offering free counselling to young people aged 16-24.

I use a variety of counselling approaches to ensure you receive the support that best suits your needs and that you feel heard. One approach is Transactional Analysis, which explores how we relate to ourselves, other people and the world around us. It can help you make sense of past experiences, as well as what you're going through now.

At the heart of my practice is a person-centred approach, meaning that our sessions are led by you and that I support you in realising your full potential. 

I am an experienced and qualified counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.  I work with both adults and young people aged 18 and up and depending on your needs, I offer both short and long-term counselling.

I offer face to face counselling from my peaceful studio overlooking the South Downs, which is a 15-minute walk from the centre of Winchester and is easily accessible by local buses. Parking is available at the studio and nearby. 

I also offer online sessions from the comfort of your home.

My qualifications

FdA in Humanistic Counselling with Transactional Analysis (BACP accredited)

Training in trauma following sexual abuse or assault (Carolyn Spring - 5 modules).

Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Studies

Transactional Analysis 101

I'm here to support you every step of the way, starting with your free 30-minute introductory phone or online appointment. During this session, we'll discuss your goals for counselling and determine the best approach to help you move forward. We'll also take some time to get to know one another and make sure that we're a good fit. It's important to me that you feel comfortable and heard throughout your counselling journey.