Claire Bottomley, BACP
BACP-accredited therapist for anxiety and trauma
- Anxiety and stress
- Trauma recovery
- Relationship and family
About Claire Bottomley
Claire Bottomley is a compassionate counsellor who supports people facing anxiety, low mood and difficult life events. She offers a non-judgmental space where clients can be heard and begin to break unhelpful cycles of worry and avoidance. Using a collaborative style, she helps clients explore what is maintaining their difficulties and identify practical ways to move forward.
Claire is an accredited member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and holds a First Class Honours degree in Therapeutic Counselling. She also completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy and is a certified Rewind Trauma Therapist with IARTT. These qualifications inform a flexible practice that blends skills from different approaches to meet individual needs.
She has experience working with both adults and young people on concerns including anxiety, panic, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties and the processing of traumatic events and sexual abuse. Claire takes a person-centred approach at the core of her work, emphasising the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change while drawing on techniques from CBT, psychodynamic thinking and trauma-focused methods when appropriate.
Sessions are tailored to each client’s goals and circumstances. Claire works collaboratively to clarify what a client wants to achieve and to build practical strategies and insights that support long-term coping and recovery.
Claire is an accredited member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and holds a First Class Honours degree in Therapeutic Counselling. She also completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy and is a certified Rewind Trauma Therapist with IARTT. These qualifications inform a flexible practice that blends skills from different approaches to meet individual needs.
She has experience working with both adults and young people on concerns including anxiety, panic, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties and the processing of traumatic events and sexual abuse. Claire takes a person-centred approach at the core of her work, emphasising the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change while drawing on techniques from CBT, psychodynamic thinking and trauma-focused methods when appropriate.
Sessions are tailored to each client’s goals and circumstances. Claire works collaboratively to clarify what a client wants to achieve and to build practical strategies and insights that support long-term coping and recovery.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameJealousyMen's issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Claire Bottomley have?
Claire Bottomley has 5 years of experience.
Is Claire Bottomley a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential.
In which languages does Claire Bottomley provide therapy?
Claire Bottomley provides therapy in English.
Where is Claire Bottomley located?
Claire Bottomley is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Claire Bottomley as my therapist?
You can work with Claire Bottomley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Claire Bottomley work with international clients?
Yes, Claire Bottomley works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Claire Bottomley cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that guide online support
Claire integrates several practical therapies to suit different concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and supports taking values-based action - it can be useful for anxiety, stress and life transitions. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on a respectful, empathetic relationship where the client’s own goals and pace guide the work - this approach supports issues like self-esteem, relationship difficulties and grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers concrete strategies to reduce symptoms and change unhelpful patterns, often helping with panic, worry and sleeping problems.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Claire works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and she adapts the work as therapy progresses.
Online therapy with Claire can be delivered by video call, phone session, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, those who travel, or people who prefer remote support. These options make it easier to access consistent care and to continue therapy from different locations while working with registered professionals and therapists who tailor sessions to individual circumstances.