Claire Austen, NCPS
- Person-centred approach
- Practical CBT strategies
- Works with diverse clients
About Claire Austen
She works with clients of all ages and backgrounds, offering a warm, empathic and non-judgemental space where individuals can explore their feelings and begin to remove the blocks that limit their wellbeing. Claire draws primarily on a person-centred framework, believing that people often know what is best for them once barriers are clarified. Alongside that approach she integrates practical tools from a diploma in CBT to offer strategies that can be used between sessions.
Claire holds the NCPS credential, which reflects her professional standing, and combines her degree-level training and counselling qualifications to tailor support to each person. She is experienced in addressing a wide range of concerns including stress, relationships, trauma, addiction, parenting and self-esteem, and she aims to work collaboratively with clients to unlock their potential and build sustainable change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Claire Austen have?
Claire Austen has five years of experience working with clients on issues such as depression, anxiety, chronic low mood, relationship problems and grief, among other concerns.
Is Claire Austen a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the NCPS credential.
In which languages does Claire Austen provide therapy?
Claire provides therapy in English.
Where is Claire Austen located?
Claire is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Claire Austen as my therapist?
You can work with Claire through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Claire Austen work with international clients?
Yes, Claire 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started 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.
Approaches That Guide Online Therapy
Claire commonly combines a person-centred approach with cognitive behavioural techniques to support people in online therapy. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an empathic, non-judgemental space where the person is treated as the expert on their own life; it helps with self-exploration, self-esteem, grief and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical, skills-based strategies to address patterns of thinking and behaviour that contribute to anxiety, depression and stress, and provides tools clients can use between sessions. Attachment-Based Therapy can also feature in her work, helping people understand how early relationship patterns influence current connections and emotional responses.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Claire works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best for their needs, goals and preferences. She will discuss options, adapt methods over time and involve the client in decisions about how therapy proceeds.
Online therapy with Claire is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or while traveling, and choose the communication style that feels most helpful for each individual. Licensed professionals facilitate sessions and tailor the format to support practical progress and emotional insight.