Clare Brentnall, BACP

Clare Brentnall is a BACP-credentialed psychodynamic counsellor based in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. She works from a psychodynamic perspective, helping people explore how past experiences and present patterns of thinking and relating may connect, and creating space to reflect on feelings about oneself and relationships with others.

Clare has supported people coping with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, depression, family concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem challenges, and major life changes. She approaches each person as the expert on their own story and seeks to build on existing strengths to navigate the things that feel overwhelming.

Taking the initial step toward greater wellbeing often requires courage, and Clare offers steady support through that process. Her practice emphasises understanding, exploration, and collaboration so that clients can work toward more fulfilling and balanced lives. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.

Psychodynamic Insight and Remote Support

Clare practices psychodynamic therapy, an approach that explores how past experiences and inner patterns influence current feelings and relationships. This work invites thoughtful reflection on recurring emotions and behaviours, helping people gain clarity about why certain issues - such as anxiety, depression, relationship tensions, or difficulties with intimacy - keep returning.

As a BACP-credentialed practitioner, Clare treats the choice of approach as a collaborative process. She will work with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the focus as understanding grows and circumstances change.

Online therapy with Clare is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make it easier to access regular support around work, family, and daily commitments. These remote options provide flexibility in scheduling and allow people to engage in therapy from wherever they are within the therapist's service area, while maintaining the relational aspect that underpins effective therapeutic work.