BACP

Claire Howdle , BACP

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About Claire

Claire Howdle is an individual and family therapist based in the United Kingdom with over five years of clinical experience. She supports people facing a wide range of challenges, including addiction, phobias, depression, anxiety, identity concerns, relationship difficulties, childhood abuse recovery, domestic and emotional abuse recovery, religious crisis, PTSD, and trauma. Claire works with individuals and families to address complex emotional and relational issues, tailoring each therapy plan to the needs presented.

Her approach is integrative, drawing on psychodynamic ideas, humanistic principles, cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices to create a personalised treatment experience. This flexible blend allows Claire to adapt methods to suit different circumstances and preferences, balancing practical strategies with deeper exploration of patterns and meaning.

She seeks to offer a warm, non-judgemental, and inclusive space where people from diverse backgrounds can explore their difficulties and build skills for greater wellbeing. Claire holds BACP credentials - membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects professional training and adherence to a recognised framework of practice. Throughout her work she aims to empower clients to make meaningful changes and to improve quality of life.

Tailored therapeutic approaches for online support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, and then commit to actions that align with personal values - it can be useful for anxiety, depression and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns, helping clients explore connection, trust and closeness issues that affect relationships and intimacy. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, empathetic therapeutic relationship where the therapist follows the client's pace and priorities, supporting self-exploration and personal growth for a wide range of concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Claire works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences. Together they explore what feels most helpful and adapt the approach as the work progresses.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different lifestyles and accessibility needs. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, attend sessions from home or work, and choose the communication style that best supports progress with a licensed professional or therapist.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Claire Howdle have?

Claire Howdle has 5 years of experience working as a therapist.

Is Claire Howdle a licensed therapist?

Yes. Claire Howdle holds the credential BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. No additional license details are provided.

In which languages does Claire Howdle provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Claire Howdle located?

Claire Howdle is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Claire Howdle as my therapist?

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

Does Claire Howdle work with international clients?

Claire Howdle does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Claire Howdle 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 canceled 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 with therapy 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGrief

Also works with

AddictionsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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