- Stress and anxiety
- CBT and mindfulness
- Practical steps
About Clare
Clare Atkinson is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression. She supports those facing life changes and people living with ADHD. Clare writes simply and directly, welcoming honest conversation and practical steps rather than jargon.
Clare has 13 years of professional experience in the UK and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She aims to create an open, non-judgemental space where people can speak freely about their thoughts and feelings. Clare encourages small, steady changes and works at a pace that suits the person sitting across from her.
Her approach blends listening with practical tools. She uses client-centred techniques to follow what matters most to each person. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. Mindfulness strategies are used to support calmer attention and reduce reactivity.
Clare also draws on solution-focused and motivational interviewing ideas to build on strengths and boost motivation for change. These methods are goal-oriented and useful when someone wants manageable steps towards clearer outcomes. She adapts sessions to the concerns presented, whether that is dealing with illness, caregiver strain, grief after separation, or relationship and communication problems.
People who come to Clare can expect straightforward language, gentle challenge, and collaborative planning. She often combines short practical exercises with reflection to make progress between sessions.
How Clare's approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on following the person's priorities and offering warm, attentive listening. Online conversations can recreate that style by allowing time to describe what matters most and clarifying goals together.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, helps by identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviours. In an online setting this often means talking through examples, setting small experiments to try between sessions, and reviewing what worked at the next meeting.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. Clare will work collaboratively to decide which methods suit a person's needs, goals and preferences. She adapts techniques as sessions progress so the plan reflects what is most useful for the person in front of her.
Please confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not state which online options are offered. Many people choose online work because it can fit into a busy day, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Discussing practicalities with the therapist will help tailor sessions to everyday routines and make it easier to keep steady progress.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
13+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Clare commonly help with?
Clare works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes and ADHD. She also supports people facing caregiving strain, chronic illness, bereavement, relationship problems and separation.
What is her style in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and person-led, with an emphasis on listening first. Clare combines empathic listening with practical suggestions and short exercises to try between meetings.
How long has she been practising?
She has 13 years of professional experience working with adults in the United Kingdom. That experience informs a straightforward, practical approach.
What qualifications does she hold and where is she based?
Clare is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Can I have sessions in another language or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English. Clare does not work with international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. The therapist can clarify whether online or face-to-face sessions are offered when you start the process.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Clare?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.