Claire Lewis, BACP

Claire Lewis is an Accredited Member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and practises as an integrative counsellor based in the United Kingdom. She draws on a person-centred foundation while also using psychodynamic ideas, Gestalt, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and solution-focused techniques to tailor support to each person’s needs.

With four years of post-qualification experience, Claire has worked extensively within an employee assistance programme providing short-term interventions for a wide range of concerns. Over the last three years she has also offered medium- to long-term emotional support to neurodiverse university students, and she has experience working with clients over extended periods when that is helpful.

Her practice addresses issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, grief including pet bereavement, loss, motivation, self-esteem and confidence. Additional focus areas include attachment and abandonment concerns, blended family and caregiver stress, communication and commitment issues, and feelings of isolation, guilt or shame.

Claire emphasises a collaborative approach, offering a compassionate, nonjudgemental space grounded in unconditional positive regard and empathy. She aims to work alongside clients to support change and to help them invest in their emotional wellbeing.

Integrative therapeutic approaches for online support

Claire uses a person-centred approach that prioritises empathy, acceptance and the client’s own goals, creating a supportive context for exploring feelings and building self-awareness. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is offered to help identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, which can be useful for stress, anxiety and motivation difficulties. She also draws on psychodynamic ideas to explore how past relationships and experiences may influence current patterns, helping clients gain insight into long-standing emotional themes.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Claire works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best given their needs, goals and preferences. Together they will review progress and adapt techniques so therapy remains relevant and helpful.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it possible to access professional support from home or while balancing study and work, and they allow for both short-term problem-focused work and longer-term therapeutic relationships with registered professionals.