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Hayley Clayton

Hayley Clayton, NCPS

United Kingdom

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NCPS counsellor - Anger and trauma support

  • CBT methods
  • Trauma-focused work
  • Psychodynamic approach

About Hayley

Hayley Clayton is an NCPS-credentialed counsellor in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and anger, and addresses related concerns such as grief, trauma and parenting strain.

Hayley helps people who are navigating LGBT issues, family conflict and the aftermath of loss. She also supports those managing intimacy-related problems, low self-esteem, career pressure and the fatigue that can come from caring roles. Clients who feel isolated or struggle with guilt and shame are also within her focus.

Her practice draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy. In sessions she talks through current difficulties, looks at unhelpful patterns, and considers how past experiences shape present reactions. The work is conversational and practical, with attention to both thoughts and feelings.

Hayley adapts sessions to each person’s circumstances. She and the client set goals and try approaches that suit day-to-day life. Progress is reviewed regularly so plans can change if something is not helping.

Sessions are conducted in English. International clients are not currently accepted. To start, clients use the site matching steps to choose a plan, complete a short questionnaire and book a first session.

How her approaches work in online sessions

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It’s practical and helps with problems like anger, anxiety and low mood by testing unhelpful thinking and trying new responses. Psychodynamic Therapy pays attention to how past relationships and experiences shape current reactions. It can help uncover repeating patterns that affect intimacy, self-esteem and family conflict. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing traumatic memories and reducing their hold on daily life. It aims to lessen the intensity of trauma-related reactions so people can manage triggers more effectively.

Choosing the best mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to identify goals and try methods that fit those goals. They review what helps and adjust plans so the work stays relevant and practical.

The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make sessions easier to fit into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed and reduce travel time. It can also make it simpler to continue therapy while juggling work, parenting and other commitments.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issues

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Psychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

Which concerns does she work with?

She works with anger, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, parenting issues and LGBT-related concerns among others.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her style is conversational and practical. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy to address thoughts, emotions and past influences.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has three years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is credentialed with NCPS and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Whenever you are ready

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