Claire is friendly and knowledgeable, makes me feel at ease. Has been helpful and supportive and I am feeling more hopeful and informed and made some positive changes since starting the sessions..
Claire Smith, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Claire is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Claire. View 5 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
Recent reviews
Truth be told, I was very reluctant to pursue therapy, but I couldn’t be happier with the way things have worked out and that is all down to Claire. She is genuinely caring and friendly and has given me a fresh perspective on the challenges I had been facing, which is exactly what I needed. Thank you Claire
More about Claire
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
I am licensed in the UK with over 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with mental health areas such as anxiety/low mood, bereavement, relationship issues, family conflicts, & complex trauma/abuse. I have worked within the NHS Nelft children’s crisis unit dealing with severe mental health concerns, and high risk patients. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dissociation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 397220 · Expires October 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Claire Smith
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Claire is friendly and knowledgeable, makes me feel at ease. Has been helpful and supportive and I am feeling more hopeful and informed and made some positive changes since starting the sessions..
Truth be told, I was very reluctant to pursue therapy, but I couldn’t be happier with the way things have worked out and that is all down to Claire. She is genuinely caring and friendly and has given me a fresh perspective on the challenges I had been facing, which is exactly what I needed. Thank you Claire
Claire is an excellent therapist. She has helped me immensely on my journey of self improvement. She is sensitive, courteous, respectful and reliable and I have full confidence in discussing my personal issues with her. She has given me a range of tools to navigate grief, relationship breakdowns and loss of loved ones and I feel a better, healthier person as a result of the work I've done with her. She has a range of specialisms and expertise that I have been able to rely on. She is very knowledgeable and experienced and this really helps me better understand the processes I've been through. I've definitely improved as a result of the work I've done with Claire.
Claire has only been my therapist for a short time so far, but already I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders. She listens intently and even signing off her messages with ‘Kindest Claire’ creates a very homely and safe feeling to her work. I can’t wait to be under her therapy for longer!
Wonderful therapist .......I strongly recommend Miss Claire....she's the best I've ever had
Frequently asked questions
Does Claire Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Claire Smith works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Claire Smith speak?
Claire Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Claire Smith have?
Claire Smith has 4 years of experience.
Where is Claire Smith licensed to practice?
Claire Smith is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Claire Smith accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Claire Smith does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Claire Smith offer?
Claire Smith offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Claire Smith?
Claire Smith can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Claire Smith?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.