Claire Ashby, NCPS
Claire Ashby works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress or low mood.
About Claire
Claire Ashby works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress or low mood. She introduces calm, practical ways to reduce panic, manage sleeplessness and rebuild energy. Claire speaks plain language and focuses on what can change now so daily life feels more manageable.
Claire uses counselling and hypnotherapy alongside mindfulness and cognitive tools. Sessions aim to identify unhelpful patterns and replace them with simple, repeatable techniques. She also draws on her background in social work when clients have experienced trauma, loss or abuse.
Background and approach
Her approach is person-centred - she listens first and adapts techniques to each person. Techniques can include guided relaxation, mindful practices, thought work from cognitive behavioural ideas and motivational conversation to support change. The emphasis is on small steps that build real momentum.
Claire is credentialled NCPS, which she holds alongside training as a counsellor, hypnotherapist and meditation instructor. She has six years of professional experience and has worked with adults who are neurodivergent as well as people affected by trauma and bereavement. In sessions Claire offers practical tools for sleep, anxiety, phobias and confidence.
She helps people relearn ways of coping, strengthen resilience and work towards clearer goals. The aim is a fuller life where anxiety no longer dictates choices. Sessions can blend talking therapy with relaxation and hypnotic techniques when useful.
Claire helps people notice progress early and keeps plans simple so changes fit into everyday life.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| NCPS | NCS18-07402 | November 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Claire works with
Everything Claire lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fertility issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Claire lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Claire will discuss options and tailor methods to your goals, needs and preferences. This collaborative process means techniques can be adjusted as you progress so the plan stays relevant and achievable.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and guided relaxation work. Phone sessions can fit into a short break or be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging are useful for quick check-ins, written reflections or shorter exchanges between appointments. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to schedule alongside everyday commitments.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems can Claire help with?
She helps with anxiety, stress, panic and low mood as well as sleep problems, phobias and confidence issues. Additional focuses include grief, relationship and family concerns, ADHD and related challenges.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her work is person-centred and practical, combining talking therapy with techniques such as hypnotherapy, mindfulness and cognitive approaches. Sessions aim to find clear coping steps and relaxation strategies.
How long has she been practising?
Claire has six years of professional experience working with adults affected by trauma, loss, mental health difficulties and neurodivergence.
Where is Claire based and what credentials does she hold?
She is based in the United Kingdom and holds NCPS as a listed credential alongside qualifications in counselling, hypnotherapy and meditation instruction.
Can I work with Claire if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English.
What formats are available for sessions?
Claire offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are booked through 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 the therapist's availability.
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