Exeter
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Clare O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
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Clare O'Brien

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Available both in-person and online
5 Barnfield Crescent Exeter EX1
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Whether you have recently met with a crisis or are experiencing distressing symptoms such as anxiety, overwhelm, low mood, fear or low self-confidence. I offer a secure, judgement-free space where you can explore any difficulty you may be experiencing. We can work together to make sense of your situation and feelings.
Drawing on Gestalt, Psychodynamic, and Existential therapy, our work together can help you: - Feel understood and more at ease in your life. - Understand what is driving feelings of distress. - Foster a deeper, more compassionate relationship with yourself and others. - Meet the future in a way that feels flexible, fulfilling, and meaningful.
I am experienced in supporting people with autism and ADHD. I often work with clients who are navigating more authentic ways to be, in line with their feelings and values, letting go of expectations that cause distress.
Clare O'Brien now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5 Barnfield Crescent

Exeter EX1 map

Exeter EX4

My website
In-Person sessions in Exeter and Killmington, Axminster, as well as Online via Zoom
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
£60 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Connect with Clare O'Brien
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5 Barnfield Crescent

Exeter EX1 map

Exeter EX4

My website
In-Person sessions in Exeter and Killmington, Axminster, as well as Online via Zoom
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
£60 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £60
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
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Clare O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
Photo of Clare O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Clare O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy Clare O'Brien

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling, Diploma, Graduated 2023

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from The Gestalt Centre Certificate in Humanistic Counselling Skills
  • Diploma from The Gestalt Centre/London Metropolitan University level 6 diploma Gestalt Therapy
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I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor, currently undertaking doctoral training in Existential Psychotherapy.
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Clare O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor, currently undertaking doctoral training in Existential Psychotherapy.
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Clare O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Autism
  • Bereavement
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Dementia
  • Family Conflict
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Neurodivergence
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work particularly well with persons struggling with; Sadness, low mood and depression, anxiety, burn out and overwhelm, neurodiversity (including ADHD and Autism), those going through a crises causing questions about meaning and purpose, those struggling with their identity, sexuality, a loss of a sense of self, infertility, loss and bereavement, relationship breakdown.
Photo of Clare O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Clare O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I work particularly well with persons struggling with; Sadness, low mood and depression, anxiety, burn out and overwhelm, neurodiversity (including ADHD and Autism), those going through a crises causing questions about meaning and purpose, those struggling with their identity, sexuality, a loss of a sense of self, infertility, loss and bereavement, relationship breakdown.
Photo of Clare O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Clare O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Existential
  • Gestalt
  • Integrative
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
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I bring together Gestalt, Psychodynamic and Existential therapeutic approaches to support you through the difficulties you are facing. It is a talking therapy, at times offering creative ways of working and psychological education to best support you.
Photo of Clare O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Clare O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I bring together Gestalt, Psychodynamic and Existential therapeutic approaches to support you through the difficulties you are facing. It is a talking therapy, at times offering creative ways of working and psychological education to best support you.
Photo of Clare O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Clare O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

5 Barnfield Crescent

Exeter EX1

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Additional Location

Exeter EX4

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Cities/Towns

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In-Person sessions in Exeter and Killmington, Axminster, as well as Online via Zoom
Photo of Clare O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Clare O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
"
In-Person sessions in Exeter and Killmington, Axminster, as well as Online via Zoom
Photo of Clare O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Clare O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP