About me
About Me
Hello! I'm Claire, a counsellor based in Rayleigh, Essex. I work with adults, young people and couples, both in person and online across the UK.
My approach is warm, grounded and genuinely tailored to you. I won't push you through a one-size-fits-all process or tell you how you should be feeling. What I will do is give you a space to breathe, slow down and make sense of things, not just on the surface, but underneath, where it really matters.
I work integratively, which means I draw on a range of approaches depending on what you need. If you want someone to really listen without judgement, that's where we start. If you want to understand where things began and why certain patterns keep repeating, we can go there. If you want practical tools to manage what's happening right now (including evidence-based CBT techniques) I can offer that too. We find the approach, pace and depth that's right for you.
What It's Like to Work Together
This is your space to drop the mask. You don't have to have it together, explain yourself perfectly or apologise for struggling. You can show up exactly as you are (anxious, exhausted, unsure or simply not okay) and we'll start from there.
Many of the people I work with tell me that finally being able to talk openly, without fear of judgement or feeling like a burden on the people they love, brings a sense of relief and lightness they haven't felt in a long time.
Areas I Work With
I have particular experience working with:
- Anxiety and worry
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) including intrusive thoughts, checking, harm OCD and relationship OCD
- Low self-esteem and self-worth
- Relationship and couples difficulties
- Family issues and difficult dynamics
- Understanding yourself (your patterns, your history, your needs).
Getting Started
Reaching out can feel like the hardest part. You don't have to have it all figured out before you get in touch. I offer a free 15-minute consultation so you can get a feel for whether working together seems right, no pressure and no commitment required. Or if you'd prefer to go ahead and book, you're very welcome to do that too.
📍 In person - Rayleigh, Essex (SS6)
🌐 Online - anywhere in the UK
🌐 argylecounselling.co.uk
Training, qualifications & experience
- BSc (Hons) Psychology
- Practitioner Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) - Level 5
- Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling - NCPS Accredited
- Relationship & Couples Counselling Certificate
- Certificates in Safeguarding Adults and Children
- Ongoing CPD including grief, shame, guilt, anger, attachment, trauma-informed practice and OCD-specific training.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£60.00 - £120.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Free 15-minute introductory consultation available - no commitment required. Book by text, email or following the link above for "Book Intro Call".
Individual Therapy 50-minutes £60.00 (Rayleigh or Online)
Relationship & Couples Therapy 50-minutes £80.00 (Rayleigh or Online)
Relationship & Couples Therapy Extended 70-minutes £120.00 (Rayleigh or Online)
Concessionary rates are sometimes available, please ask.
Book your session by either text or email. Fees are payable upon booking and can be paid electronically.
Bookings can also be made by phone, but I am in session most of the day so may miss your call. If you opt for phone and do reach my voicemail, please leave a message so I can return your call.
Note: The calendar accessible via "Book Intro Call" only shows potential options for a short 15 -minute call. It does not reflect availability for full sessions.
When I work
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Further information
In-Person Sessions - Rayleigh
In-person sessions take place in a warm, comfortable room at the rear of my home in Rayleigh. A private, cosy space where we can focus entirely on you without interruption. Access is around the outside of the property and not through the property.
Argyle Counselling is based in Rayleigh SS6, just off the A127 with free street parking right outside. It's reachable by the No. 20 and 25 First Essex buses and is approximately 25–30 minutes walk from Rayleigh train station. It's easily accessible from Southend-on-Sea, Westcliff-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea, Hadleigh, Benfleet, Wickford, Hullbridge, Hockley and Rochford.
Please note: there is a small step into the room and no public toilet facilities on site. There is no lift or ramp access.
In-Person Sessions - Southend-on-Sea
This is a hired space. This location is reachable by train and bus with a short walk, and by car with pay and display parking outside the building and in surrounding streets.
Please note: this location has a large staircase to the room without lift or ramp access.
Online Sessions
Online sessions are available to anyone in the UK. You don't need to download anything, I'll send you a simple link to join. As with in-person sessions, you'll need a private space where you won't be overheard or interrupted.
