Carmen Slobozeanu, BACP
Gentle, practical counselling for midlife challenges
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- Empathic listening
- Practical techniques
- Warm non-judgemental care
About Carmen
Her background combines several therapeutic ideas into an integrative approach. Sessions often draw on client-centred listening to prioritise the person’s own concerns, alongside cognitive behavioural techniques to spot unhelpful thinking patterns. Emotion-focused work is used where relationship and attachment issues are central, and existential themes are considered when people face big life questions such as meaning, loss, or ageing.
Carmen describes her style as warm, empathic and non-judgemental. She emphasises authentic connection and encourages people to recognise their own strengths while working toward change. Practical tasks and reflective conversation are commonly used together so people leave sessions with something to try between meetings.
Areas Carmen addresses include stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, self‑esteem, addictions, relationship and family concerns, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting, anger, career and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas listed include ADHD, attachment issues, body image, cancer-related distress, and bereavement among others.
Sessions are offered in English and Romanian and Carmen accepts international clients. The first step is to use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Romanian
How therapy approaches shape online work
Carmen draws on client-centred work that focuses on active listening and the client’s own goals. This approach helps when someone needs acceptance first and then wants to explore what matters most in their life.She also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. CBT is often useful for anxiety, low mood and stress because it gives clear strategies to try between sessions.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy is another influence, especially for issues around attachment and close relationships. This method helps people name emotions and understand how patterns in relationships affect well‑being.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Carmen will work with each person to decide which methods suit their goals and preferences, and she will adjust the focus as needs change over time.
Practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy week and keeping progress steady when travel is difficult. Online or remote options can make it easier to attend from different locations, and they can suit shorter check-ins or deeper weekly sessions depending on what a person needs. The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before booking.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Carmen support?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression and grief, and also addresses trauma, addictions, self‑esteem, relationship and family matters, eating and sleeping problems, parenting, career and life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Carmen uses a warm, empathic and non-judgemental approach that combines listening with practical work. Sessions mix reflective conversation with tasks to try between appointments.
What is her professional background?
She has six years of experience working with adults and young people on a wide range of issues and describes an integrative practice drawing on several therapy traditions.
What credentials and region apply to this counsellor?
She is an Accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Romanian, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How does pricing work for therapy with Carmen?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.