Clare Pruen , BACP

Clare Pruen is a qualified Person-Centred counsellor and a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) - the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. As a BACP member she works in line with the organisation's code of ethics and professional standards, bringing a grounded, person-focused practice to each therapeutic relationship.

She arrived in counselling after two decades working as a holistic therapist and holds a degree in Health Science with Complementary Therapies. Her background includes training in aromatherapy, reiki and crystal therapy, and she integrates that holistic perspective into her work by recognising how mind, body and spirit influence one another. This orientation supports a gentle, rounded approach that complements her counselling skills.

In private practice she sees people for a range of concerns, including eating disorders, relationship difficulties and bereavement, and she specialises in counselling survivors of domestic abuse - including physical, mental, emotional, sexual and historical abuse. Clare accompanies clients with empathy and honesty, supporting them to identify and overcome obstacles as they work toward a more fulfilled life.

Client-Centred and Holistic Support for Online Therapy

Clare’s practice is rooted in Client-Centred therapy - an approach that prioritises the client’s own experience and pace, offering empathic listening and acceptance so people can explore feelings, decisions and relationships. This method is especially helpful for those coping with bereavement, relationship difficulties and the impacts of abuse because it creates space for healing without pressure.

She also brings a holistic orientation informed by her background in complementary therapies, which considers how emotional distress interacts with physical and spiritual well-being. That perspective can help clients who prefer a broader, mind-body-spirit focus alongside counselling work.

Deciding on the right approach is a collaborative process - Clare works with each person to identify methods that fit their needs, goals and preferences. Online sessions with licensed professionals and therapists can be arranged by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and circumstances. These options make regular therapy more accessible for people who need convenience, varied communication styles or support across time zones.