Caroline Shevelan
The relationship between therapist and client has been shown to be the effective agent of change regardless of the model a therapist chooses. Therefore choosing the right person for you is an important part of the process.
The psychotherapy I offer is relational, psychodynamic and integrative. Meaning that from the central focus of our relationship, a broad range of complementary approaches can be woven together to suit each person and situation, usually prioritizing the presence of the past in our current experience.
Often it is useful to have a core model of working which informs and gives structure to all the other ways we can understand ourselves and for me that is usually, but not always, transactional analysis (TA).
Qualifications, location, cost or expertise in particular areas, can tip the balance in favour of one therapist over another. I would add to that list a feeling of ‘good fit’, a kind of gut instinct, that we might get along OK together. Therefore, I would encourage anyone who is looking to start working with me to meet me and see if we are just that – a good fit.
Caroline Shevelan
I am based in the LA19 postcode and work with clients both online and in person. I am a full clinical member of the UKCP, a registered member of the BACP. I completed my five years of training at the Norther Guild for Psychotherapy and Counselling qualifying as a psychotherapeutic counsellor in September 2023 and as a Psychotherapist in May 2024. I have undertaken supervised clinical practice and personal therapy from the start.
Before completing my training I was a full-time home educator of my three now grown up children which has given me a breadth of life experience which I bring to my practice. I also have a love of the outdoors, reading, creativity and music.
I work with a wide variety of people and presenting needs and have a growing interest in neurodiversity, particularly the intersection of neurodiversity and intergenerational trauma.
Qualifications
Diploma in Psychotherapy (NGP)
PGDip Psychotherapy (Newman University and NGP)
Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling (NGP)
PhD Developmental Psychology (University of Sheffield)
BSc Psychology (University of Sheffield)
Most recent CPD
Group therapy for personal development. Psychotherapy Institute. Bolton. June 2026.
2 week fact finding mission in Sierra Leone, working with the staff of a charity. April 2026
BACP Focus group on moving forward. April 2026
TA Cumbria Regional conference. February 2026
ADHD Strategies: Understanding and working with procrastination and motivation. Online workshop with Nea Clarke. February 2026
Professional Accreditation
Full clinical member of UKCP (registration number 2011191038)
Registered member of BACP
Links to my BACP profile at the bottom of the page.
Supervision
I undertake between 2 and 4 hours of supervision per month in accordance with BACP and UKCP guidelines.