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Clare Payne, BACP

Person-centred counsellor and coach
  • Integrative approach
  • Goal oriented support
  • 45 minute sessions

About Clare Payne

Clare Payne works from a humanistic, client-centred perspective, guiding each session by what feels most important to the person in front of her. She focuses on exploring recurring themes, stuck points and life patterns while also helping clients imagine and move toward where they would like to be. Clare’s practice blends counselling and coaching so she can adapt to a wide range of concerns and goals.

Her training includes a Postgraduate Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Coaching from the University of East London, and earlier courses in Person-Centred Counselling and Life Coaching. This mix of learning supports a flexible approach that can draw on different methods as the therapeutic relationship develops. Clare may incorporate tools from CBT, NLP or coaching to help clients set and work toward practical aims.

The starting point in Clare’s work is always person-centred, creating a supportive space where the client sets the pace and brings what matters. Sessions are 45 minutes long, and the first meetings concentrate on understanding what has brought someone to therapy and what they hope to gain. Those initial sessions also offer a chance to see if the working relationship feels like a good fit.

Further information about her practice is available at www.clarepaynecounselling.com, and Clare looks forward to supporting people on their journey.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

LGBTSelf esteemCareer difficulties

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Clare Payne have?

Clare Payne has four years of experience working in counselling and coaching.

Is Clare Payne a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Clare Payne provide therapy?

Clare provides therapy in English.

Where is Clare Payne located?

Clare is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Clare Payne as my therapist?

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

Does Clare Payne work with international clients?

Clare Payne does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Clare Payne 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.

Therapeutic approaches and how online therapy can help

Clare integrates client-centred therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and attachment-based work into her online practice. Client-centred therapy focuses on creating a supportive environment where the client leads the pace and topics, helping with issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns and life transitions. ACT emphasises values based action and mindfulness skills to help people live in ways that matter to them, which can be useful for anxiety, stress and motivational blocks. Attachment-based therapy looks at early relationship patterns and how they influence current connections, offering a route to address intimacy, abandonment and family of origin difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Clare works collaboratively to identify what fits best with a person’s needs, goals and preferences. She tailors methods over time so therapy remains practical and relevant.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access registered professionals from home or work and allow therapy to continue despite life’s practical constraints.

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