Claire Howdle, BACP

UK integrative therapist for trauma and relationships

Integrative therapist
Trauma and relationships
BACP registered

About Claire Howdle

Claire Howdle is an individual and family therapist based in the United Kingdom with five years of clinical experience supporting people through a wide range of difficulties. She works with issues such as addiction, phobias, depression, anxiety, identity concerns, relationship problems, recovery from childhood abuse, domestic and emotional abuse recovery, religious crisis, PTSD and trauma. Her practice is informed by an integrative style that blends psychodynamic insight, humanistic respect, cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices so each person receives a therapy approach tailored to their particular needs and circumstances.

Claire is known for bringing a warm, non-judgemental and non-discriminatory stance to her work, creating an atmosphere where people from diverse backgrounds can explore difficult feelings and make meaningful change. She focuses on practical skills alongside deeper exploration, helping clients build coping strategies while also attending to underlying patterns that affect relationships and wellbeing. Claire holds BACP registration - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects professional standards in counselling and psychotherapy practice.

Throughout her practice she aims to empower people to improve their quality of life and navigate transitions with greater clarity and resilience.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Grief

Also Specializes In

Addictions Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Claire Howdle have?

She has five years of clinical experience.

Is Claire Howdle a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP registration - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Claire Howdle provide therapy?

Claire provides therapy in English.

Where is Claire Howdle located?

She is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Claire Howdle as my therapist?

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

Does Claire Howdle work with international clients?

She does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Claire Howdle cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and 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 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Claire Howdle draws on several evidence-informed approaches to help clients address emotional and relational challenges. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful action - it can be helpful for anxiety, avoidance and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in close relationships, helping people understand how early bonds influence current connections and offering ways to build safer, more satisfying relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works with the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviors to develop practical skills for managing symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Claire works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences, adapting techniques over time as progress unfolds. She aims to create a tailored plan rather than a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity during transitions, and access support from home or work. Registered professionals can deliver these options in ways that suit different communication styles and schedules, helping clients engage in therapy in the format that feels most manageable.

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