Claire Purkess, BACP
Claire Purkess is a counsellor with three years of experience who began her practice through volunteering.
About Claire
Claire Purkess is a counsellor with three years of experience who began her practice through volunteering. She volunteered at Childline and at Nexus, supporting people affected by sexual trauma and domestic abuse. Claire holds BACP credentialing and works from the United Kingdom, offering sessions in English.
Claire uses an integrative approach, which means she blends different theory and techniques to suit each person. In sessions she aims for a calm and encouraging tone and brings warmth to the conversation.
Background and approach
She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem and major life changes. Her style is practical and person-centred. She listens to what matters most, then tailors the work to those concerns.
That might mean talking through past experiences, building coping strategies, or practising ways to handle overwhelming feelings. Claire has direct experience supporting people after sexual trauma and domestic abuse through her voluntary roles. That background informs how she holds sensitive conversations and how she plans care with people who have been through distressing events.
People meet her for one-to-one sessions where the emphasis is on safety and steady progress. She aims to create space for honest talk, to help people notice what they already do well, and to try manageable steps towards change. If someone wants a counsellor who listens calmly and adapts the approach, Claire offers that steady presence.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 408531 | October 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.
Online support
She also uses person-centred ways of working, which means sessions focus on what the client wants to address. The counsellor listens, reflects and helps people find their own next steps. This approach suits people who need a steady, supportive space to explore feelings and decisions.
Choosing the right approach is a joint process. Claire will discuss options early on and adapt methods as people’s needs and goals become clearer. She checks in about what helps and what doesn’t, and the plan can change over time based on progress and preference.
Online therapy offers practical benefits for this work. Video calls let people maintain face-to-face contact when that matters. Phone sessions demand less bandwidth and can fit into a break from work. Live chat and text messaging provide shorter, flexible check-ins and can be easier for people who prefer typing. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life while keeping the focus on steady, collaborative progress.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Claire commonly help with?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Claire uses an integrative approach and adapts theory to fit each person. She keeps sessions calm, encouraging and warm.
What practical experience does she have?
She began through volunteering and has worked at Childline and Nexus supporting people affected by sexual trauma and domestic abuse.
Where is Claire based and what credentials does she hold?
She practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP credentialing as supplied.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients access her services?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging.
How do fees and getting started work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.
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