Claire Exley

I currently offer online and telephone sessions (face to face in the near future).

I am available most days and can be flexible.

Hi, my name is Claire. Thank you for stopping to look at my profile.

I am a fully qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist. I am a registered member of the British Association of counsellors and psychotherapists.

I completed a BSc Hons Counselling degree (first class), alongside volunteering at a Womenscentre, handling the drop-in service and co-facilitating two support groups. I then went on to complete a PG Diploma (level 7) in Counselling and Psychotherapy, whilst working with clients in the local hospice, which I am still doing on a voluntary basis. This is primarily bereavement but involves many other difficulties and explorations.

In my paid work, which was primarily housing related support for vulnerable individuals, I also worked with mental health issues, some of which were complex. I have also had some training at a rape/sexual abuse centre, which included domestic abuse, and some distance learning around end-of-life care principles.

I have some art and design experience; having done several courses and creativity in my spare time. So, I am comfortable working creatively, where appropriate.

I offer one- to- one 50-minute therapy sessions (online or by telephone currently); to help you to find direction, work through life’s difficulties and work towards what you need.

The sessions are a safe, confidential space for you to explore what is on your mind.

I am non-judgemental and have experience of working with a variety of issues in several different capacities.

My focus is to truly listen, help to make sense/connect the dots and work with you for you in the sessions we have together. I have experience working with loss, which can take many forms, bereavement, loss of a relationship, life stage, job.

I offer a 20 minute free of charge, consultation.