Orpington
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Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
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Talk Therapy with Claire

Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.

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Orpington BR6
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I am a DBT-informed therapist working with adults who experience intense emotions, complex mental health difficulties, or who have felt misunderstood in previous therapy or mental health services. I offer online therapy across the UK and work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, psychosis-related experiences (such as hearing voices or paranoia), addiction, grief, and long-standing relationship or family challenges. I have particular experience supporting people with traits associated with anxiety, borderline personality (BPD/EUPD), emotional dysregulation, OCD and intrusive thoughts
Neurodivergent- and LGBTQIA+-affirming, I provide trauma-informed therapy for adults, adolescents, and young people, integrating DBT and Compassion Focused approaches to support emotional regulation, relationships, and distress tolerance.
For people who have felt misdiagnosed, not listened to, or overwhelmed within services, I offer a space to slow things down and make sense of your experience. If you are looking for thoughtful, structured support, including DBT-informed work, you are welcome to get in touch to discuss whether working together would feel right.
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Practice at a Glance

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Orpington Health and Wellbeing Centre

Orpington BR6

01689 661261

Bromley

North Street

Bromley BR1 map
Website
Online video chat via a simple link, Google Meet. Limited availability in person south east London, Orpington, Sidcup and central Bromley
I specialize in Borderline Personality (BPD), Alcohol Use and Family Conflict 
£65 Per Session  
I see individuals and families  
Hi, I'm Claire, please feel free to drop me an email, get in touch and enquire or request a callback.
Talk Therapy with Claire
Let's Connect 01689 661261
Photo of Claire Messenger - Talk Therapy with Claire, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.

Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Orpington Health and Wellbeing Centre

Orpington BR6

01689 661261

Bromley

North Street

Bromley BR1 map
Website
Online video chat via a simple link, Google Meet. Limited availability in person south east London, Orpington, Sidcup and central Bromley
I specialize in Borderline Personality (BPD), Alcohol Use and Family Conflict 
£65 Per Session  
I see individuals and families  
Hi, I'm Claire, please feel free to drop me an email, get in touch and enquire or request a callback.
Talk Therapy with Claire

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £65
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer
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Finances and affordability discussion is openly welcomed and we can explore as part of our initial conversation. I offer a limited number of concession rates online weekdays
Photo of Claire Messenger - Talk Therapy with Claire, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Talk Therapy with Claire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01689 661261
"
Finances and affordability discussion is openly welcomed and we can explore as part of our initial conversation. I offer a limited number of concession rates online weekdays
Photo of Claire Messenger - Talk Therapy with Claire, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Talk Therapy with Claire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01689 661261

Qualifications

    Counsellor: Claire Messenger
  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society Claire Messenger

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • Therapeutic Counselling and Psychotherapy, CPCAB L4 Counselling Diploma

    • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society Accredited Registrant
  • Diploma from CPCAB L5 Counselling Adolescents / 2025
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I am an experienced counselling psychotherapist offering a warm, thoughtful and calm therapeutic space. My work is relational, DBT-informed and supports emotional regulation, clarity and meaningful change while maintaining autonomy with steady, ethical support tailored to each client's pace.
Photo of Claire Messenger - Talk Therapy with Claire, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Talk Therapy with Claire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01689 661261
"
I am an experienced counselling psychotherapist offering a warm, thoughtful and calm therapeutic space. My work is relational, DBT-informed and supports emotional regulation, clarity and meaningful change while maintaining autonomy with steady, ethical support tailored to each client's pace.
Photo of Claire Messenger - Talk Therapy with Claire, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Talk Therapy with Claire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01689 661261

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Alcohol Use
  • Family Conflict

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Bereavement
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family, Relationship and Attachment Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • Schizoaffective and psychosis affected Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work collaboratively at your pace for help with anxiety, stress, loss, relationship or attachment difficulties, mood and psychotic disorders, and substance-related experiences. I respect autonomy, that your therapy is your choice. If wanted, DBT skills can offer a focus on building coping skills, emotional regulation, and healthier patterns in daily life.
Photo of Claire Messenger - Talk Therapy with Claire, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Talk Therapy with Claire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01689 661261
"
I work collaboratively at your pace for help with anxiety, stress, loss, relationship or attachment difficulties, mood and psychotic disorders, and substance-related experiences. I respect autonomy, that your therapy is your choice. If wanted, DBT skills can offer a focus on building coping skills, emotional regulation, and healthier patterns in daily life.
Photo of Claire Messenger - Talk Therapy with Claire, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Talk Therapy with Claire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01689 661261

2 Endorsements

Kay Thomas
Kay Thomas
Counsellor, MBACP
Claire is a calm and patient professional who provides a safe space for clients to explore whatever they need to without judgement. She has extensive experience and training and works in a way that's tailored to each client's needs
Alison Craddock
Alison Craddock
Counsellor, MBACP
When I first met Claire, I was struck by her calmness, openness and compassion. These characteristics alongside her integrity, warmth and capacity to hold a therapeutic space make Claire an excellent counsellor.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian , 
Black British

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian , 
Black British

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Creative Therapy
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Person-Centred
  • Psychodynamic
  • Rational Emotive Behaviour (REBT)
  • Relational
  • Transactional Analysis
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My approach is warm and collaborative, blending as needed or wanted psychodynamic, relational, attachment, existential and DBT approaches. Sessions are paced to you, helping you manage emotions, cope with challenges, and gain insight into patterns affecting your life. Research suggests that a collaborative relationship between therapist and client is core for success
Photo of Claire Messenger - Talk Therapy with Claire, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Talk Therapy with Claire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01689 661261
"
My approach is warm and collaborative, blending as needed or wanted psychodynamic, relational, attachment, existential and DBT approaches. Sessions are paced to you, helping you manage emotions, cope with challenges, and gain insight into patterns affecting your life. Research suggests that a collaborative relationship between therapist and client is core for success
Photo of Claire Messenger - Talk Therapy with Claire, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Talk Therapy with Claire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01689 661261

Location

Primary Location

Orpington Health and Wellbeing Centre

Orpington BR6

01689 661261

Email Us

Website

Additional Location

Bromley

North Street

Bromley BR1

01689 661261

Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

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Postcodes

Neighbourhoods

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Online video chat via a simple link, Google Meet. Limited availability in person south east London, Orpington, Sidcup and central Bromley
Photo of Claire Messenger - Talk Therapy with Claire, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Talk Therapy with Claire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Call for a free consultation now - 01689 661261
"
Online video chat via a simple link, Google Meet. Limited availability in person south east London, Orpington, Sidcup and central Bromley
Photo of Claire Messenger - Talk Therapy with Claire, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Talk Therapy with Claire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Call for a free consultation now - 01689 661261