Claire McPhail
Counsellor, MA, MBACP (she, her)
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I believe there are many ways to understand ourselves and no single approach can make sense for everyone.
We are shaped by what happens to us, but also by our relationships, our bodies, the environments we've lived in and how we've learned to navigate the world. Therapy isn't about 'fixing' anything, it's about becoming curious about ourselves, making connections, and understanding why we might think, feel and respond in the ways that we do.
I bring my training, experience and curiosity. You bring your knowledge of yourself and your experience. Together, we can explore and make sense of your world.
My work is integrative, relational and informed by over twenty years working with individuals affected by domestic abuse, sexual violence, and trauma. I hold a BA (Hons) in Counselling and an MA in Psychotherapy. My practice is informed by somatic, creative and nature-based approaches. I'm a qualified somatic trauma therapist and breathwork facilitator.
I am a neuroaffirming therapist and have additional training in working with neurodivergent clients. My practice is inclusive and non-pathologising and I am an LGBTQ+ ally.
I am also a qualified clinical supervisor, offering integrative and creative supervision for therapists and practitioners.
Sessions are £50. You can contact me by email.
Call or Email Claire McPhail now for a free 15 minute consultation - 0191 743 9541
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions £50
Payment Methods
American Express, Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa Claire McPhail
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0191 743 9541
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy Claire McPhail
- In Practice for 7 years
- Degree/Diploma from Open University in Psychotherapy (MA) MA Psychotherapy Studies / 2026
- Diploma from CPCAB Somatic Trauma Therapy / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Claire McPhail
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0191 743 9541
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Domestic Abuse
- Sexual Abuse
- Women's Issues
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bereavement
- Body Image
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Life Transitions
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Claire McPhail
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0191 743 9541
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Creative Therapy
- Eclectic
- Energy Psychology
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Person-Centred
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic
- Trauma Focused
Claire McPhail
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0191 743 9541
Location
Primary Location
Claire McPhail Counselling Services
Novus Business Centre
Judson Road
Peterlee SR8
0191 743 9541Email Me