Claire Bosanquet

I offer in-person sessions at The Practice Rooms - Cotham Hill (BS6 6JY) on Wednesdays at:

2pm

3:10pm

4:30pm

5:40pm

I also offer online sessions on Wednesdays at 10am.

Please feel free to contact me if you'd like to find out more about my availability.

I offer a space where you can talk about what it’s really like to live with a your chronic or long‑term health condition. I know that illness affects far more than your body, it can change how you feel about yourself, your relationships, and your day‑to‑day life.

My approach is integrative, which means I use different therapeutic models depending on what you need, and we go at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I also draw on relational, psychodynamic, compassionate and parts‑based approaches to help you understand your emotions, patterns, and inner experiences.

In our sessions, we might explore things like overwhelm, frustration, grief, identity changes, or the pressure to “keep going” when you’re exhausted. Together, we look at what’s happening for you and find kinder, more manageable ways of coping.

I don’t offer quick fixes or tell you what to do. Instead, I support you to understand yourself more deeply and to build emotional strength in a way that feels steady and realistic.

If you’re wondering whether this way of working might help, you’re welcome to read more about my practice or get in touch.

My integrative approach draws on relational psychotherapy, CBT, compassion-focused therapy, and mindfulness techniques to tailor therapy to your unique experience. I work adults in Bristol who are:

• Living with chronic illness or long-term health conditions

• Experiencing health-related anxiety, grief, or burnout

• Navigating identity shifts and impact of health on relationships

• Looking to reconnect with themselves beyond their diagnosis

Working with me can help you:

• Develop inner strength and emotional resilience

• Explore healthier coping strategies for the demands of chronic illness

• Reconnect with your identity beyond your diagnosis

• Process grief, loss, and the emotional impact of health changes

• Build self-acceptance and a more compassionate relationship with yourself

You don’t have to face this alone.

I offer a free 30-minute introductory video or phone call, giving you space to ask questions and see whether therapy feels right for you.

Session fee: £60.00

Next steps:

If you're based in Bristol or prefer online sessions and living with a long-term health condition, I invite you to get in touch. Together, we can explore how therapy may help you manage emotional challenges, rediscover your sense of self, and build a life that feels more meaningful.

In our first session, we’ll take some time to talk about what’s been going on for you and what has brought you to therapy. This is a gentle conversation where you can share as much or as little as feels comfortable.

I’ll also go through the counselling agreement with you so you know what to expect from therapy, how I work, and what your rights are. You’re welcome to ask questions about anything, the agreement, my approach, or the practical side of sessions.

We’ll also check in about your wellbeing and whether you have support around you outside of therapy. This helps me understand how to best support you.

Together, we’ll start to get a sense of what you’re hoping for from therapy and what you’d like to work towards. There’s no pressure to have clear goals straight away, we can explore this together at your pace.

I offer in-person sessions at Stokes Croft  location on Tuesdays at:

2:30pm

4:30pm

5:20pm

6:10pm

 Please feel free to contact me to chat about your availability. 

I also offer online sessions on Tuesdays at 10:30am & 11:40am.

Behind every diagnosis and every day spent managing a chronic health condition, is a person with feelings, fears, and a story that deserves care. My practice offers a compassionate space to explore yours.

Living with a long-term health condition isn’t just a physical experience - it can deeply affect your emotions, relationships, and sense of identity. You may find yourself feeling anxious about the future, guilt around not being able to “do it all,” or grief for the life you once imagined. These feelings are valid, and you don’t have to face them alone.

I’m an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist based in Bristol, specialising in emotional and mental support for people living with chronic illness and long-term health conditions.  I offer a compassionate, calm space where you can explore the emotional impact of your health challenges, reconnect with your inner strength, and begin to feel more like yourself again - beyond your diagnosis.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by the daily demands of managing your health, adjusting to new limitations, or struggling with isolation, therapy can help you regain a sense of balance and control in the midst of uncertainty. Together, we can explore healthier ways to cope, strengthen your emotional wellbeing, and support you in living a life that feels more aligned and empowered.

I offer counselling in Bristol, including Clifton Down / Cotham Hill  and Stokes Croft and Southville. Sessions are available in person or online, depending on your needs.

My integrative approach draws on relational psychotherapy, CBT, compassion-focused therapy, and mindfulness techniques to tailor therapy to your unique experience. I work with young people and adults in Bristol who are:

• Living with chronic illness or long-term health conditions
• Experiencing health-related anxiety, grief, or burnout
• Navigating identity shifts and impact of health on relationships
• Looking to reconnect with themselves beyond their diagnosis

Working with me can help you:

• Develop inner strength and emotional resilience
• Explore healthier coping strategies for the demands of chronic illness
• Reconnect with your identity beyond your diagnosis
• Process grief, loss, and the emotional impact of health changes
• Build self-acceptance and a more compassionate relationship with yourself

You don’t have to face this alone.

I offer a free 30-minute introductory video or phone call, giving you space to ask questions and see whether therapy feels right for you.

Session fee: £60.00

Next steps:

If you're based in Bristol or prefer online sessions and living with a long-term health condition, I invite you to get in touch. Together, we can explore how therapy may help you manage emotional challenges, rediscover your sense of self, and build a life that feels more meaningful.

During our first session, I will take the time to understand your current challenges and explore the difficulties you are facing. We will also go through the counselling agreement, and there will be an opportunity for you to ask any questions about the agreement, how I work, or my practice. As part of our discussion, we may explore any potential risks to your wellbeing and establish whether you have a support network in place. Together, we will begin to identify what you are looking for from therapy/ therapy goals and work collaboratively towards fostering positive change and personal growth.

I offer in-person sessions at The Practice Rooms - Southville on Thursdays at:

2:30pm

4pm

5pm

6pm

I also offer in-person sessions on Thursdays at 10:30am & 11:40am.

If you'd like to find out more about my availability, please feel free to get in touch.

I offer an integrative, person‑centred approach, creating a calm and compassionate space where you can explore the emotional impact of living with a chronic or long‑term health condition. My work recognises that illness affects far more than the body, it can shape your identity, relationships, confidence, and sense of self.

Together, we look at how your health challenges influence your daily life, your inner world, and the ways you cope. I draw from relational, psychodynamic, and parts‑based approaches to help you understand patterns, make sense of difficult feelings, and reconnect with your strengths at a pace that feels right for you.

I don’t offer quick fixes or pressure. Instead, I support you in finding steadier, kinder ways of managing uncertainty, managing emotional overwhelm, and rebuilding a sense of self beyond your diagnosis.

If you’re curious about whether this way of working might support you, you’re welcome to explore more about my practice or get in touch.

I offer counselling in Bristol. Sessions are available in person or online, depending on your needs.

My integrative approach draws on relational psychotherapy, CBT, compassion-focused therapy, and mindfulness techniques to tailor therapy to your unique experience. I work with adults in Bristol who are:

• Living with chronic illness or long-term health conditions

• Experiencing health-related anxiety, grief, or burnout

• Navigating identity shifts and impact of health on relationships

• Looking to reconnect with themselves beyond their diagnosis

Working with me can help you:

• Develop inner strength and emotional resilience

• Explore healthier coping strategies for the demands of chronic illness

• Reconnect with your identity beyond your diagnosis

• Process grief, loss, and the emotional impact of health changes

• Build self-acceptance and a more compassionate relationship with yourself

You don’t have to face this alone.

I offer a free 30-minute introductory video or phone call, giving you space to ask questions and see whether therapy feels right for you.

Session fee: £60.00

Next steps:

If you're based in Bristol or prefer online sessions and living with a long-term health condition, I invite you to get in touch. Together, we can explore how therapy may help you manage emotional challenges, rediscover your sense of self, and build a life that feels more meaningful.

During our first session, I will take the time to understand your current challenges and explore the difficulties you are facing. We will also go through the counselling agreement, and there will be an opportunity for you to ask any questions about the agreement, how I work, or my practice. As part of our discussion, we may explore any potential risks to your wellbeing and establish whether you have a support network in place. Together, we will begin to identify what you are looking for from therapy/ therapy goals and work collaboratively towards fostering positive change and personal growth.