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Claire Phillips, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

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Claire Phillips is a counsellor with ten years of professional practice and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about difficult feelings. Claire aims to help clients notice strengths and make practical changes one step at a time.

Claire works in a person-centred way that focuses on the person rather than labels. She listens without rushing and encourages people to explore painful memories and current struggles at a pace that feels manageable.

Background and approach

This approach helps people feel heard and understood as they begin to make changes. Her work draws on attachment ideas to look at how early relationships shape current patterns. Claire also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to help with unhelpful thoughts and mindfulness strategies to manage overwhelming feelings.

Motivational interviewing supports people who want to change behaviours such as substance use. Claire has varied experience across different settings. She has worked in NHS surgeries, prisons and drop-in centres, and has spent time supporting young people in care settings.

Much of her work has involved complex presentations including trauma, self-harm and drug or alcohol issues. Claire has lived and worked in South East Asia and in South East London, and she aims to offer culturally sensitive practice. She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, eating and sleeping issues, ADHD, bipolar and other life changes.

She is available for sessions in English and accepts international clients.

How Claire’s approaches translate to online counselling

Claire blends person-centred listening with attachment-informed thinking and cognitive behavioural strategies. Person-centred work means the counsellor listens closely, reflects what you say and helps you feel understood, which can aid talking about painful memories or difficult decisions. Attachment-based elements look at how early relationships influence current patterns and can help with issues around trust, closeness and communication. Cognitive behavioural techniques focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing out practical changes to mood and behaviour.

Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Claire will work with each person to decide which methods match their goals and preferences. Sessions begin with exploring what matters most to the client and adapting the style as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different schedules. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation and seeing non-verbal cues. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be a good option for shorter check-ins. Live chat or messaging can suit people who prefer not to use voice or video and allow flexible, brief exchanges during busy days. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while balancing work, family and travel.
What kinds of problems can Claire help with?
Claire supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and many relationship and life-change issues listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a person-centred style that prioritises listening and empathy, combined with attachment, cognitive behavioural and mindfulness techniques when helpful.
What background does she bring to sessions?
Claire has ten years of professional counselling experience and has worked in NHS surgeries, prisons, drop-in centres and care settings for young people.
Where is Claire based and what credential does she hold?
Claire is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English and she also accepts international clients.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does billing and cost work?
Costs vary with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Claire?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
10 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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