Claire Lewis , BACP

Claire Lewis is an accredited member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and practices as an integrative counsellor. She works from a Person-Centred foundation while drawing on psychodynamic, Gestalt, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and solution-focused approaches to tailor support to each individual's needs. Claire has four years of post-qualification experience, much of it spent providing short-term support through an EAP service where she worked with a wide range of clients presenting different difficulties.

Over the past three years Claire has also focused on medium to long-term emotional support for neurodiverse university students, and she has experience offering longer-term work when appropriate. Her clinical practice covers stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, grief including pet grief, loss, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. She has supported clients facing complex family dynamics, communication challenges, and attachment-related concerns, bringing empathy and unconditional positive regard to the therapeutic space. Claire views the first step toward therapy as a courageous investment in oneself and works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and the right therapeutic mix to support their journey.

Claire Lewis - Therapeutic approaches and online therapy

Claire Lewis blends a Person-Centred approach with targeted techniques to meet each client's needs. Person-Centred work focuses on providing empathy and unconditional positive regard so clients can explore their feelings and find their own solutions; it is often helpful for building confidence, self-esteem, and processing grief. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) involves identifying and adjusting unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns - a practical option for stress, anxiety, and motivation challenges. Claire also uses solution-focused techniques that concentrate on clients' strengths and short-term goals to support change when time-limited work is needed.

Finding the most suitable approach is part of the therapeutic process. Claire works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, review progress, and adapt methods as needs and preferences evolve, ensuring the work remains relevant and client-led.

Online therapy offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions around study, work, or family life and to continue therapy when attending in person is difficult. Licensed professionals can use these modalities to maintain continuity of care while tailoring session style to what works best for each person.