- NCPS counsellor
- Integrative approach
- Sand Tray available
About Claire
She uses an integrative approach that combines person-centred listening, Gestalt work and practical cognitive behavioural techniques. That mix helps when emotions feel overwhelming, when past events keep returning, or when day-to-day thinking gets stuck. Claire can also offer Sand Tray work for people who find words difficult to use.
Claire draws on many years working in social care settings to shape how she supports clients now. That experience informs how she recognises the effects of early-years trauma, attachment difficulties and abuse on everyday life. She also works with clients dealing with compassion fatigue, burnout and workplace stress.
Sessions are offered from her practice in Torbay, Devon, and she also provides remote sessions nationwide. She works with people short term and long term, adjusting pace and style to suit each person. Claire aims to help people untangle difficult patterns and find clearer ways to cope.
Her areas of focus include self-esteem, career concerns, grief around separation, isolation and questions about life purpose. Narcissism and post-traumatic stress feature among the specific issues she supports people to understand and manage.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
NCPS · United Kingdom
Languages
English
How Claire’s approaches translate to online work
Claire uses an integrative mix of person-centred, Gestalt and cognitive behavioural techniques. Person-centred work focuses on listening closely and reflecting what matters to you, helping people feel heard and gain clarity about their needs. Gestalt methods concentrate on present-moment awareness and patterns in how someone relates, which can highlight old habits that play out in relationships. Cognitive behavioural techniques look at practical thinking and behaviour changes to reduce distress and build coping skills.Finding the right blend of these methods is part of the work. Claire will discuss goals, preferences and the issues you bring, and then agree a plan together. That collaborative approach means methods can change as your needs shift over time.
Her profile notes both face-to-face work in Torbay and remote sessions nationwide, so check the current session options before booking. Online work can make fitting therapy into daily life easier by saving travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a busy day, or avoiding the need to be on camera when that feels hard. Talk with Claire about what will help you engage and about practical arrangements for timings and session length.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Claire work with?
She supports people with trauma and abuse, self-esteem problems, workplace stress and compassion fatigue. Other focuses include attachment issues, narcissism and post-traumatic stress.
What is her therapy style like?
Claire combines person-centred listening, Gestalt methods and cognitive behavioural ideas into a practical, flexible approach. She adapts the pace and style to match each person.
How much experience does she have?
Claire has three years formally as a counsellor and many more years of background work in social care. That prior work informs her approach to trauma and attachment needs.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with NCPS and sees people from Torbay, Devon in the United Kingdom. She also offers remote sessions nationwide.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original profile lists face-to-face work locally and remote sessions nationwide. Please confirm the current session options when you book.
How are sessions paid for and what is the cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees should be checked when you begin the booking process.
How do I start working with Claire?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Before you get in touch
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