- Client‑centred approach
- Works with anger issues
- Uses worksheets
About Clare
Clare Merchant is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with three years of experience. She works with people who are stressed, anxious, grieving, struggling with self‑esteem, or finding life changes hard. Clare also supports people dealing with anger, relationship problems, addiction concerns and sleep difficulties.
Clare uses a client‑centred approach as her main way of working. That means sessions focus on what matters to the person in front of her. She listens, reflects what she hears and helps people clarify what they want to change or understand better.
She also uses practical tools such as worksheets alongside conversation. These tools are used to map out patterns, spot triggers and try new ways of responding to difficult feelings. The work can include looking at control issues, guilt, shame and forgiveness when these are relevant.
Sessions cover a wide range of life issues including parenting strain, career stress, bereavement and family problems. Clare has supported people with first responder stress, fertility and cancer related worries where needed. She helps people break down problems into manageable steps and test small changes between sessions.
Clare accepts international clients and works in English. If someone is unsure what happens in a first session, she asks a few questions, listens to what matters most, and agrees the next steps together.
Client‑centred work and online sessions
Clare works primarily with client‑centred therapy. That approach focuses on the person in the room - the counsellor listens closely, reflects what she hears and helps the client clarify what matters most. It suits issues such as low self‑esteem, relationship strain, grief and anger where people need space to be heard.She also uses practical worksheets alongside conversation. These are simple tools for mapping triggers, trying new responses and breaking larger problems into small steps. That mix of talking and worksheets can help with coping strategies for stress, sleep problems and workplace frustration.
Finding the right method is part of the work. Clare will discuss options with each person and decide together what fits their needs, goals and preferences. She treats this as a collaborative process rather than imposing a set plan.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy day, allow a shorter check‑in during a work break or remove travel time. If someone prefers a quieter environment or less screen time, these practical reasons can guide the choice of session style.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What types of problems does she help with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, grief, low self‑esteem, anger and related life changes. The listing also includes relationship, addiction, sleep and career concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her main approach is client‑centred therapy, focusing on listening and reflecting what matters to the client. She combines talk with practical worksheets to explore patterns and plan small changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of experience working with clients across a range of concerns. That experience includes supporting people with anger, bereavement and work related stress.
Is she registered and where does she practise?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as formats were not specified in the biography. The listing asks you to check available session types when you arrange a first appointment.
How are fees and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Specific fees are given when you choose your plan.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session. Clare will use the first appointment to listen and agree next steps.