Clare Atkinson, BACP
Clare Atkinson offers calm, practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem or depression.
About Clare
Clare Atkinson offers calm, practical support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem or depression. She writes in a straightforward way and helps people talk through immediate worries and everyday pressures. Clare is Clare Atkinson, BACP, and she brings 13 years of professional experience to her work in the United Kingdom.
She aims to create a welcoming space where clients can say what they think and feel without judgement.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on clear goals and simple steps that can make a difference between meetings. Clare draws on approaches that help with motivation, confidence and coping with life changes. Her practice also supports people dealing with ADHD and impulsivity, and those facing long-term health concerns such as chronic pain, serious illness or end-of-life issues.
She helps people manage family-related stress, communication problems, separation and blended family adjustments. Other areas Clare works with include caregiver strain, bereavement and feelings of emptiness. Clare mixes practical talk-based work with mindful exercises and solution-focused conversations.
She uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, motivational interviewing techniques and a client-centred style to help people find what works for them. Sessions are designed to be collaborative and paced to each person’s needs. People meet with Clare through online formats including video calls, phone, live chat or text messaging.
The first step is a short matching questionnaire and then arranging sessions to suit the client’s schedule. Clare encourages people to start gently and take therapy at a pace they find comfortable.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 403264 | February 2027 |
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 Clare works with
Everything Clare lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Blended family issues
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Co-morbidity
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Intellectual disability
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Self-harm
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Visually impaired
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Clare lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-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 something Clare treats as a collaboration. She will discuss different ways of working and try small techniques to see what fits. The plan can change as goals and needs become clearer, and the client helps shape what happens in sessions.
Online working offers flexibility and a range of ways to keep in touch. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for deeper discussion, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer typing. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, caregiving or health needs while keeping continuity of care with registered or accredited professionals.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Clare commonly help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes, plus ADHD related difficulties and impulsivity.
What is Clare's therapeutic style?
She combines a client-centred approach with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, mindfulness and solution-focused techniques to set practical goals and small steps.
How much experience does she have?
Clare has 13 years of professional work experience supporting people with a range of emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed with BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions delivered?
Therapy can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How do costs and subscriptions work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Clare?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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