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Claire Burton, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 3 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression ADHD

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Claire Burton is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of clinical experience. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression and trauma. Claire aims to make it easier to talk about difficult subjects and to take the next steps towards change.

She works in a calm and non-judgemental way, encouraging clients to describe their thoughts and feelings in everyday language. Sessions focus on practical strategies and clearer thinking so people can manage panic, anger and low self-esteem.

Background and approach

Claire also supports people wrestling with relationship and intimacy-related issues and those navigating LGBT concerns. Her practice includes attention to ADHD, autism and Asperger syndrome, and she is comfortable discussing sexual trauma, self-harm, dissociation and personality-related struggles. She also works with people who identify with BDSM, kink or alternative sex culture and with young adult issues.

Claire uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person. She helps clients set realistic goals and tries to keep work straightforward and outcome focused. The aim is to build coping skills and steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Claire encourages anyone who feels stuck to reach out and start a conversation. She supports people through change, whether that means managing seasonal low mood, coping after sexual assault, or finding better ways to relate to others.

Practical approaches and online therapy options

Claire uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques aimed at clear thinking and practical change. One common approach focuses on helping people identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more balanced thinking to reduce anxiety and low mood. Another approach emphasises building concrete coping skills such as grounding, pacing and behavioural steps to manage panic, dissociation and overwhelming emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss each person’s needs, goals and preferences and together they will decide which techniques to try. Sessions are collaborative and adjusted over time if something is not helping.

Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, while phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit around a break at work. Live chat suits shorter check-ins and text messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These formats make it easier to access therapy from different locations and schedules.

What concerns does Claire commonly help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related issues, anger and self-esteem difficulties.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Claire works in a calm, non-judgemental way and focuses on practical strategies. Sessions aim to help people talk plainly and develop useful coping skills.

What is her professional background?

She has three years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and relationship concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

Claire is registered with the BACP and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How are fees and payments handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Claire?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 3 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Claire Burton, BACP

Background and approach

Practical approaches and online therapy options

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety