Claudia Mulligan
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About me
As a psychologist I offer support to adults experiencing psychological distress - whether that is navigating anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, or the everyday challenges of modern life.
At the heart of my work is the therapeutic relationship. I believe real, lasting change becomes possible when you feel genuinely safe - heard, accepted, and free from judgement. That sense of safety isn't a backdrop to therapy; it is the work.
I take a holistic view of the people I work with. Rather than focusing solely on a presenting problem, I'm interested in the full picture: the life experiences, relationships, and patterns that have shaped who you are. Early experiences, family dynamics, and the ways you've learned to connect with others are all held in mind throughout our work together.
A central part of what I do is help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves - why they feel the way they do, why they relate to others as they do, and where those patterns come from. That self-awareness is often where meaningful, lasting change begins. I work integratively, drawing on psychodynamic and attachment-based approaches within a contemporary, relational framework.
Sessions are collaborative. I bring psychological knowledge, evidence-based techniques, and practical tools you can use in daily life. You bring your story. Together, the work is about building healthier relationships with others by first building a kinder, more grounded relationship with yourself.
Adults and adolescents I work with often seek support for anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, emotional regulation and self-understanding, work stress and life transitions, addiction, sleep difficulties, and LGBTQ+ identity and experience.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have worked across the NHS, private practice and the charity sector, and hold a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at City St George's, University of London.
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£120.00 per session
