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Claire Gallaugher, BACP

Claire Gallaugher - UK relationship and trauma therapist
  • Relationship focused
  • Trauma informed
  • Family support

About Claire Gallaugher

Claire Gallaugher is a UK-credentialed therapist with more than 15 years of professional experience. She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which is the main professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK and reflects recognised standards of training and ethical practice.

Throughout her career Claire has supported people facing relationship difficulties, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related concerns. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and adapts sessions and treatment plans to fit the unique needs and circumstances of each individual.

Claire understands that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life often takes courage, and she aims to provide steady, practical support throughout that process. She encourages questions about her approach and the services she provides, and additional information is available via her business website.

As Claire is based in Northern Ireland, client agreements are made under Northern Ireland law and UK jurisdiction, in line with the legal framework that applies to her practice.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger management

Also Specializes In

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Claire Gallaugher have?

Claire Gallaugher has 15 years of experience.

Is Claire Gallaugher a registered therapist?

Yes, she holds the BACP credential. BACP is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional organisation for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK that reflects recognised standards of training and practice.

In which languages does Claire Gallaugher provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Claire Gallaugher located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Claire Gallaugher as my therapist?

You can work with Claire Gallaugher through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Claire Gallaugher work with international clients?

Yes, Claire Gallaugher works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Claire Gallaugher 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Attachment and Client-Centered Approaches for Online Support

Claire integrates attachment-based work with client-centered principles to create a supportive online therapeutic environment. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships and emotional bonds to help with challenges such as intimacy issues, abandonment concerns, and family-of-origin difficulties, while Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening without judgment and helping the person find their own solutions to everyday struggles and life changes.

Claire also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) when helpful, using practical approaches to address patterns of thinking and behaviour that contribute to anxiety, stress, low mood, or difficulties sleeping. These approaches are chosen to match the presenting concerns and the goals of the person seeking help.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Claire works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best with their needs, goals, and preferences. Registered professionals and therapists often combine methods to tailor care, and Claire discusses options openly so clients can make informed choices.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people balancing work, family, or geographic distance. These formats make it possible to access recommended therapeutic approaches from different locations, maintain continuity of care, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable.

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