Writing & Therapy

Counselling, therapeutic writing groups, training, workshops, and retreats, offered online and in person across Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Bristol and Bath

Caroline Hukins, Writing & Therapy | Counsellor, writer, group facilitator, and trainer based in North Wiltshire

Hello, I’m Caroline

I am a counsellor, writer, group facilitator, and trainer based in North Wiltshire. Through writing and therapy, I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for you to explore your experiences and challenges.

Writing and therapy are two enormously powerful modalities for supporting mental wellbeing, and my speciality lies in combining them to create transformative offerings. These range from one-to-one counselling and creative workshops to wellness retreats and professional training.

My integrative approach to counselling draws on person-centred, psychodynamic, and relational theories, tailored to your individual needs. As a qualified practitioner in creative writing for therapeutic benefit, I can also incorporate writing or other creative exercises into our sessions if you feel it would be helpful.

With any or all of these approaches, I can help you compassionately make sense of your experiences, look at different aspects of your life, and lay positive foundations for any changes you choose to make. I believe that by knowing, understanding, and accepting more of ourselves, we can find greater confidence and peace.

Counselling Services

  • Individual Counselling

    Weekly counselling sessions for adults, to help with challenges such as low self-esteem, relationship problems, anxiety, trauma, illness and loss.

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  • Couples Counselling

    Helping partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their relationship in a supportive setting.

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  • Email Counselling

    Flexible, written support from a qualified professional, allowing you to explore your concerns at your own pace.

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Therapeutic Writing

  • Writing for Wellbeing

    Learn to use writing as a tool to enhance self-awareness, reduce stress, and support emotional resilience.

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  • Navigating Transitions

    Discover how writing can be a powerful tool for navigating life's transitions with clarity and purpose.

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  • Writing for Self Discovery

    Use creative writing prompts to learn more about yourself, improve your relationships, and find greater peace and fulfilment

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Training, CPD, Workshops & Retreats

  • Creating your Private Practice

    A creative writing programme to help you clarify your goals, strengths, and challenges, and plan your counselling practice.

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  • CPD for Counsellors & Therapists

    Learn how to effectively utilise creative writing for therapy, reflective practice and self-care and offer greater benefits to your clients.

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  • Retreats - Words in the Wood

    Outdoor creative writing retreats that inspire reflection, deepen self-awareness, and support personal growth in a peaceful, restorative setting.

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Client Testimonials

  • "Wonderful group listening to everyone’s experiences. Felt good each week and went away with a smile on my face."

    Participant, Writing for Wellbeing Course

  • "I thought Caroline had a lovely way of facilitating with a mix of humility and confidence. She warmly invited us to do the exercises and share. I felt she listened with care to our responses. The day was very therapeutic and just what I needed."

    Participant, Creative Writing Training

  • "Could not ask for a lovelier, more welcoming group. I was made to feel so welcome."

    Participant, Writing for Self Discovery

  • "Really great day. Being able to get back in touch with my creativity and being amongst others’ creativity too."

    Participant, Creative Writing Corporate Workshop

  • "This counselling has helped me to open up about stuff I had never spoken about before."

    Client, Cotswold Counselling

  • "I have really enjoyed counselling with you and overcoming many hurdles through the exploration in our sessions."

    Client, Cotswold Counselling

  • "You are an amazing counsellor who has helped create a safe and judgement free space for me to discuss my issues and worries regarding my past, present and future."

    Client, Private Practice

To learn more about how I can support you through writing, therapy, or a combination of both, please get in touch.