Claire Austen, NCPS
- Warm non-judgemental counselling
- CBT-informed practical tools
- Support through life changes
About Claire Austen
She works with adults of all ages and backgrounds, offering a warm, empathic, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore what is happening internally and begin to reconnect with their strengths and potential. Her approach is grounded in a person-centred framework, shaped by the belief that when obstacles and patterns are brought into awareness, individuals are often better able to recognise what they truly need and what direction feels right for them.
Alongside her degree and counselling qualifications, Claire also holds a diploma in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which can bring a more practical element to sessions when helpful, including strategies clients can take away and try between appointments. She understands that beginning therapy can feel daunting and aims to offer a steady, supportive environment for the full range of feelings that may arise in the process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Claire Austen have?
Claire Austen has 5 years of experience working with clients across a range of concerns and life situations.
Is Claire Austen a licensed therapist?
Claire Austen holds the NCPS credential.
In which languages does Claire Austen provide therapy?
Claire Austen provides therapy in English.
Where is Claire Austen located?
Claire Austen is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Claire Austen as my therapist?
You can work with Claire Austen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Claire Austen work with international clients?
Yes. Claire Austen works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Claire Austen cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Support
Claire Austen draws from person-centred therapy, where the focus is on creating a warm, non-judgemental relationship that helps clients explore feelings, make sense of their experiences, and reconnect with their own inner direction. This style can be especially supportive for stress, low mood, grief, self-esteem concerns, and periods of change.She also incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviours interact. CBT can help clients notice unhelpful patterns and experiment with new coping strategies, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and day-to-day overwhelm.
At times, an attachment-based lens may be helpful for understanding relationship patterns, emotional needs, and the impact of earlier experiences on current connections. This can support clients working through relationship strain, abandonment concerns, and family-of-origin issues.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Claire works collaboratively with each client to understand what they want from therapy and what feels most comfortable, adjusting the pace and focus based on goals and preferences.
Online therapy can make support easier to fit into life. Sessions can take place through video calls or phone, with the added flexibility of live chat or text-based messaging when that format feels more accessible.