Carly Guppy MEd (Cantab) Psychotherapeutic Counsellor

Counselling in Stamford for Teenagers, Young Adults and Adults

Carly Guppy MEd (Cantab): Therapy for when life feels overwhelming, confusing, uncertain, or just too much.

I am Carly Guppy, a BACP-Registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor for teenagers, young adults, and adults.

Work with me in Stamford and online.

Whether it’s you or your young person (13+) who’s finding things difficult right now, you’re in the right place.

I offer counselling for teenagers, young adults and adults, creating a space where it’s safe to talk, feel, and figure things out – one step at a time.

Meet Carly

I’m Carly Guppy MEd (Cantab) – a qualified, BACP registered psychotherapeutic counsellor with a Masters in Psychotherapeutic Counselling from Cambridge. I work with adults and young people aged 13 years and up, in-person in Stamford, Lincolnshire. I can also offer online sessions (although ideally, I prefer to work in-person for a period of time before doing this).

I support people through anxiety, grief, low mood, big changes, or simply feeling stuck. You might be here for yourself, or looking for someone your young person can connect with. Either way, I’m here to offer grounded, compassionate therapy that meets you (or them) exactly where you are.

You’ll never be told what to do. I’ll offer tools, strategies and insights, but you’re always in charge of what you take on board and what feels right for you.

I’m not here to analyse or fix you. I’m here to listen, support, and gently help make sense of what’s going on, using real-world strategies, honest conversations and the space to be yourself without pressure or judgement.

The therapy space, based in Stamford

I work from a private, easily accessible room in Water Street, Stamford. It’s a welcoming space designed to help you feel comfortable and at ease.

You might also meet Yoshi, my gentle-natured dog, who’s often in the room during sessions. He’s calm, quiet, and has become an unexpected source of comfort for many clients (you’ll have the chance to let me know in advance if that’s not right for you).

A photograph of the therapy space (and Yoshi!) is included here to help you feel at home before we begin. This is where we will spend our time together.

What to expect from therapy with me

Every client is different, so I adapt how we work to suit your needs.

I offer a free 10-minute discovery call so that you can ask questions, and decide if we might be a good fit.
Therapy sessions last 50 minutes
Cost: £60 per session
I recommend that we start with a block of 6 sessions

A safe space to talk openly and at your pace
Tools and strategies explained clearly, so you feel able to choose what helps
Space to explore thoughts and emotions without being told what to do or how to behave
We’ll regularly check in on what you want to get from therapy, and make sure our work is helping you move toward that. If your goals shift, we’ll adapt together.
I often use psychoeducation to help you make sense of what’s happening in the brain during anxiety, grief or emotional overwhelm. Knowing the ‘why’ behind these responses can bring a real sense of relief and help build confidence in how to recognise and manage them.

Sessions are available in-person or online, depending on your preference. I prefer to work in-person initially for a period of time before moving to an online session.

Who I work with

I welcome clients from all backgrounds and am committed to creating an inclusive space where you can feel truly heard and respected.

I support people aged 13 and above, including:

Teenagers navigating anxiety, school pressure, friendships or identity
Young adults feeling overwhelmed by study, work, life transitions or loss
Adults impacted by childhood trauma and/or facing low mood, burnout, grief, or wanting to reconnect with themselves

If you’re neurodivergent, you are very much welcomed. As a parent of a neurodivergent daughter myself and having been employed in educational settings in my career, I bring both lived experience and inclusive practice to this work. I’m always happy to adapt the way we work to support your needs.

Parents are also welcome to get in touch if you’re looking for someone your teen/young adult can talk to in confidence. I’ll help guide that process and answer any questions before we begin.

Could this help?

You (or your young person) might be:

Feeling anxious, unsettled or stuck
Struggling to manage emotions or difficult thoughts
Going through something difficult or complicated, or trying to recover from something that’s already happened to you
Wanting to feel more in control, more confident, or just more like yourself again

Therapy won’t offer a quick fix, but it can give you the support and tools to begin feeling better, one step at a time.

What clients say:

“My sessions with Carly were very useful. They helped me to cope better and to be more confident about myself. I felt safe and could talk to her easily.”

Aged 13

“I am so grateful that M has you to talk to and how you are looking after him emotionally. He has clearly forged a really strong bond with you and I can tell that he talks to you in a way that he can’t to anyone else. For that we feel really fortunate. He looks forward to his sessions with you and is always brighter afterwards. Again, thank you so much.”

Parent to M,

Aged 16

“I just want to say thank you for helping T in the way you have. She has really opened up to you, and that has improved our relationship too, which has been so valuable. We really appreciate everything you have done.”

Parent to T,

Aged 18

“Dear Carly, Just wanted to say thank you and I will really miss our sessions! You have helped me more than you will ever know!”

Aged 18

"My experience with Carly has honestly been life changing. It took me a lot of courage to go and start seeing her because before meeting her I was someone that was really embarrassed of crying and had somewhat repressed my emotional side. But in a short amount of time, she taught me how important it is to tap into that side of yourself, and let yourself feel what you want to feel. When you get low in life, it’s very easy not be able to see solutions and to dwell in your issues, but without Carly’s help I don’t think I would have ever figured out how to solve some of my issues. It’s been a real privilege to have our weekly sessions because in a time in my life when I felt like no one was listening, Carly was always there and so, so caring. One of my worries was that she may struggle to help me as I am from Africa (a very different culture) and a lot of my issues were centred around the way things are at home, however she is so understanding of every situation and very adaptable. I feel like I have much more control over the events of my life and at peace, and I just want to say a big thank you to Carly. I strongly recommend her."

Aged 18

Common questions:

Do I need a referral?

No – you can contact me directly. There’s no need for a GP referral or diagnosis.

Can a parent contact you on behalf of their young person?

Yes. Many of my teenage clients are supported by their parents in making initial contact. I’ll make sure both of you feel confident about the process.

Do you work with neurodivergent clients?

Yes. I welcome neurodivergent clients and bring both experience and flexibility to adapt therapy in ways that feel safe and accessible.

What if we don’t click?

You’re under no obligation to continue. That’s why I offer a free 10-minute call – so you can get a feel for how I work. If I’m not the right fit, I’ll always do my best to point you toward someone who might be.

Can I come with my teen?

We can discuss what would feel most helpful. Some teens prefer to come on their own, while others appreciate a gentle handover.

Do you work online?

Yes – I offer online sessions across the UK, using an encrypted, secure platform. However, if we can meet face-to-face for the first few sessions whilst we get to know each other that is ideal.