Carol-Ann

Dr Carol-Ann Dixon, PhD

Counseling Psychologist

“My PhD in Relational Dynamics and Development has equipped me to understand relational dynamics and mechanisms between people. Relationships can be challenging and confusing. However, when people can make sense of their interaction, and learn different skills to repair ruptures, and reconnect, relationships can be rewarding and transformational.”

About Me

I am a passionate psycho-therapist dedicated to helping couples, intergenerational relationships, families and workplace relationships navigate complex dynamics. Using Imago Relationship Therapy, I guide you to transform old patterns and strengthen connections across generations. We work together to foster safe, structured conversations. This approach suits those ready to understand relational challenges and find lasting healing.

Approach

I facilitate sessions that slow the pace so partners and family members can articulate long-held needs and be truly heard. I work with adults, children and couples in London and online, conducting sessions in English with gentle structure and clear timeframes. Sessions mix focused dialogue, reflection prompts and practical steps to try between meetings, with attention to intergenerational patterns. This way of working suits those ready to explore relational dynamics with patience and honesty.
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Basic Information

Services

Relationship therapy with couples, families, generations, and workplace relationships using Imago Relationship Therapy, integrated with somatic modalities, mindfulness and attachment processes.

Services Offered:

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    Imago Relationship Therapy

    A couples therapy approach based on the idea that relationship conflicts are rooted in unmet childhood needs, using structured dialogue to improve understanding and connection.

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    Counselling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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    Divorce Counselling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

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    Family Therapy

    A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.

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    Group Therapy

    Therapy conducted with a small group of people who share similar concerns, using peer interaction and diverse perspectives as part of the healing process.

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    Individual Psychotherapy

    In-depth one-on-one therapy that explores the deeper roots of a person's difficulties, often drawing on psychodynamic or psychoanalytic models.

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    Integrative Psychotherapy

    An approach that draws on multiple therapeutic models, tailored to the individual, rather than following a single method.

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    Mindfulness

    The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.

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    Online Counselling

    Counselling conducted via video, phone, or secure messaging, providing professional support remotely.

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    Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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Works With:

  • •Adults
  • •Communities
  • •Couples
  • •Families
  • •Individuals
  • •Parents
  • •Groups

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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    Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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    Men's Issues

    Psychological challenges commonly experienced by men, including difficulty expressing emotions, anger, relationship struggles, fatherhood pressures, and societal expectations of masculinity.

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    Family Issues

    Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.

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    Divorce Coping

    The emotional upheaval of separation or divorce, including grief, anger, identity disruption, and the challenge of restructuring family life.

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    Women's Issues

    Psychological challenges more commonly experienced by women, including gender-based stress, reproductive health concerns, body image, caregiving burden, and societal expectations.

Professional Title:

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    Counseling Psychologist

    A psychologist who helps people with everyday life challenges (relationships, work stress, adjustment) as well as mental health conditions.

Qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy

Doctorate

University of the NorthWest

Year: 2025

University of Johannesburg

Registrations

Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)

Counseling Psychologist

Memberships

British Psychological Society (BPS)

Candidate Member

Service Area

Carol-Ann Dixon Private Practice London and online

In-person & Online

Greater London

Surbiton, England KT6

United Kingdom