Clare Atkinson, BACP

Clare Atkinson is a UK-credentialed therapist with 13 years of professional experience and holds the BACP credential (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). She supports people coping with stress and anxiety, low motivation, self-esteem and confidence difficulties, depression, and major life adjustments. Clare helps clients explore their feelings and reactions so they can better understand and manage everyday challenges.

She creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and emotions can be voiced and considered. Clare works alongside each person to build practical coping strategies and to strengthen resilience when facing change, loss, or ongoing struggles. She recognises that beginning therapy requires courage and acknowledges the significance of taking that first step, offering encouragement to those who reach out for support.

Approaches That Guide Online Therapy

Clare commonly integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness therapy into her work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening with empathy and respect so the person feels heard and supported; it is useful for building self-esteem and exploring life changes. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviours and helps people develop practical strategies to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and awareness practices that can reduce stress and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Clare works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as the work progresses.

Online therapy with Clare is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving clients flexible options to fit therapy around work, family, or mobility needs. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access registered professionals without the constraints of travel or local availability.