- Warm and non-judgemental
- Trauma-aware approach
- Focus on identity
About Claire
Claire Cotgrove offers a calm, accepting space for people who are uneasy, hurting, or confused. She welcomes discussions about sexuality, gender, neurodivergence and the effects of trauma. Sessions focus on what matters to the person in front of her, with an emphasis on being heard and respected.
Claire uses a person-centred style that keeps the client at the heart of therapy. That means listening closely, reflecting what is said, and following the person’s pace rather than directing the conversation. She also draws on trauma-focused ideas when people bring experiences of abuse, coercion or overwhelming events.
Her work often addresses relationship difficulties, intimacy concerns, shame, guilt and the impact of living with ADHD or neurodivergence. She also supports people dealing with grief, life transitions, chronic illness, and complex family issues. Topics such as gender dysphoria, kink and alternative sexual cultures are treated with respect and without judgement.
Claire is a BACP counsellor with three years of experience. She describes her approach as warm, non-judgemental and accepting, and sometimes offers creative therapy options to help exploration when talking alone is not enough. The focus is on practical steps that feel doable in everyday life.
People can expect to be listened to, to work at their own pace, and to have their experiences validated. The sessions aim to help clients build understanding, reduce shame, and find increased confidence in making choices that suit their lives.
How Claire’s approaches translate to online therapy
Claire’s person-centred approach focuses on listening, empathy and following the client’s agenda. In practice this means sessions concentrate on what the person wants to talk about, with the counsellor reflecting and supporting their choices rather than directing them. This style suits issues around identity, relationships and self-esteem.She also uses trauma-focused therapy when past harm or abuse is central to the work. Trauma-focused methods aim to help people process distressing memories and reduce their impact on daily life, using careful pacing and strategies tailored to each person’s needs.
Finding the right approach is a joint process. Claire will work with each person to decide whether person-centred work, trauma-focused tools, creative options, or a mix is best. The decision is guided by the client’s goals, comfort and what feels most helpful in sessions.
Practical benefits of online therapy include easier fitting of sessions into a busy week and lower travel time. Online work can also make it simpler to schedule shorter check-ins when needed or to avoid being on camera if that feels difficult. Confirm the therapist’s current session options before booking so arrangements match your needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Claire help with?
She supports people with LGBT questions, relationship problems, trauma and intimacy-related issues, and ADHD-related concerns. She also works with a wide range of related topics listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her main approach is person-centred counselling, which focuses on listening, empathy and following the client’s priorities. She also uses trauma-focused ideas when past harm or abuse is part of the story.
What is her background and experience?
She has three years of practice and combines professional training with lived experience to offer empathic support.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She works in the United Kingdom and is a BACP counsellor as listed in her profile.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She is not taking international clients at this time and works with people within the United Kingdom.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a course of sessions?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.