Clair Atkinson, BACP

Clair Atkinson combines formal training in counselling and psychotherapy with extensive clinical experience to support people through difficult life moments. She holds a Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy and is associated with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Alongside five years practising as a therapist, Clair draws on thirty-three years of experience as a Registered Nurse, bringing a grounded, compassionate perspective to her work.

Clair specialises in supporting people facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, low motivation, self-esteem and confidence concerns, and depression. She also works with a wide range of relational and life challenges including relationship and family issues, parenting, intimacy concerns, career worries, and neurodiversity-related matters such as autism and ADHD. Additional areas of focus include coping with chronic illness or pain, caregiver stress, body image, and feelings of emptiness, guilt or shame.

She practises from a client-centered stance, believing that each person is the expert in their own story and that strengths already exist to help overcome difficulties. Clair emphasises empathetic listening without judgement and supports clients to explore their options and make decisions that feel right for them. Rather than giving prescriptive advice, she aims to empower people to understand their emotions, build resilience, and take the next steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Client-Centered Approaches and Accessible Online Support

Client-Centered Therapy is at the heart of Clair Atkinson's practice. This approach focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgemental environment in which the therapist listens deeply and reflects understanding back to the client. It helps people who are struggling with issues such as low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief, anxiety, and the emotional aftermath of trauma by encouraging self-exploration and personal empowerment.

Clair draws on her background in nursing and therapeutic training to blend practical understanding with an empathetic, person-led method. Finding the right approach is part of the work - Clair will collaborate with each person to identify what feels most helpful based on their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods as therapy progresses so the process remains responsive and client-led.

Online therapy offers flexibility that can make regular sessions easier to manage. Working by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allows clients to connect from different locations, fit sessions around busy schedules, and access ongoing support during times of transition. These options can help people maintain continuity of care and build therapeutic momentum in ways that suit their daily life.