Claire Payne
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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People often come to me when they’ve been carrying pain or confusion for far too long. They may be living with childhood trauma, Domestic Abuse, grief, infertility heartbreak, loss, burnout or the impact of someone else’s sexual offending behaviour, and they’re longing for a space that feels safe and steady. With over 30 years of trauma‑informed experience, I offer a calm, compassionate place where you can talk openly and feel understood. I use a flexible blend of therapeutic approaches, meeting you where you are and helping you rebuild emotional safety, make sense of your story and move forward with greater clarity and strength.
I offer weekly / fortnightly sessions or support as needed, using a blend of Person‑Centred, CBT, Gestalt, Attachment‑based therapy and Trauma Stabilisation. My focus is on helping you feel safer, more grounded and more hopeful, working gently at your pace to rebuild strength, confidence and stability. I can guide you or actively listen to meet your needs.
If you’re ready to make a change, I’m here to help you take that step with confidence. You don’t have to keep carrying everything alone. With the right support, you can feel stronger, clearer and more in control of your life. When the moment feels right, reach out and we can begin moving things forward together.
Call or Email Claire Payne Counselling now for a free 15 minute consultation - 01803 926119
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions £65
- Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Bank transfer, Paypal
Claire Payne Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01803 926119
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society Claire Louise Payne
- In Practice for 3 years
- Advanced Diploma in Counselling Level 4. , MA/Dipsw, Graduated 2000
Counsellor: Claire Louise Payne
Education and Years In Practice
Claire Payne Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or 01803 926119
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Domestic Violence
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Armed Forces
- Behavioural Issues
- Bereavement
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Emotional Disturbance
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Peer Relationships
- Substance Use
- Supporting families/partner's of sexual offenders.
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Claire Payne Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or 01803 926119
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Gestalt
- Human Givens
- Person Centred
- Transactional Analysis
Claire Payne Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01803 926119