- Person centred approach
- Practical coping skills
- Works with trauma
About Clara
Clara Bowman is a BACP counsellor and psychotherapist practising in the United Kingdom with six years' experience. She works with adults and young people on issues such as relationships, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression and anger. Clara uses a person-centred style that lets the client set the pace and focus for each session.
Clara keeps sessions straightforward and practical. She listens to what a person brings and helps untangle difficult feelings. That can mean looking at how past attachments affect present relationships, or finding clearer ways to express anger without escalating conflicts.
She often combines listening with skills you can try between sessions. These might include simple coping techniques for stress and sleep, ways to notice thought patterns, and steps to rebuild confidence after a setback. The emphasis is on usable tools rather than long lectures.
Clara also supports people dealing with complex situations such as bereavement, separation and the aftermath of domestic violence. She has worked with people who identify as LGBT and with neurodiverse clients, including those with autism or attention differences. Her approach aims to make emotional responses easier to understand and manage.
Sessions are led by the client's agenda and move at a comfortable speed. Clara encourages clear communication about what is and is not helpful in therapy. That helps people leave each session with a small, practical next step to try.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Clara works in a person-centred way online, which means conversations follow what the client brings and progress at a pace the client finds comfortable. This approach helps people talk through anger, relationship stress and difficult reactions without feeling pushed into a set agenda.She also uses practical, evidence-based techniques to help manage emotions. For example, she may introduce simple cognitive strategies to notice unhelpful thought patterns and test them in everyday situations. She may teach grounding and breathing exercises to reduce immediate tension and improve sleep and stress management. These techniques suit issues like anxiety, anger and coping with change.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Clara will discuss options with the client, consider their goals and preferences, and agree on steps to try. That shared decision-making helps shape sessions and any homework or practice tasks between meetings.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so please confirm the session types available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals typically adapt tools and pacing to suit each person's everyday life.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, anger and related areas listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapeutic approach?
She uses a person-centred approach where sessions follow the client's lead and move at a pace that suits them.
What is her background and experience?
She has six years' experience as a counsellor and psychotherapist working with adults and young people on a range of emotional difficulties.
What are her credentials and location?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I'm outside the UK or need a different language?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients according to the profile information provided.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.