About me
Welcome to Clear Mindset – “Clarity, one thought at a time.”
Hi, I’m Shaz Swinson, a qualified, BACP-registered integrative counsellor and founder of Clear Mindset. I offer in-person counselling in Uttoxeter and Derby, alongside online sessions where appropriate.
My aim is to provide a warm, supportive and confidential space where you can explore whatever is on your mind. You don’t need to have everything worked out before coming to counselling—we can begin with whatever feels important to you.
My approach is grounded in person-centred therapy. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to listen with empathy and understanding, supporting you to explore your experiences at your own pace.
As an integrative counsellor, I draw on Person-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). This allows me to adapt our work to your individual needs rather than expecting everyone to fit one approach.
I work with children from age five, young people and adults. I offer support with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, bereavement and loss, relationship difficulties and attachment challenges. I also welcome people exploring experiences associated with neurodiversity, including autism and ADHD.
My work is trauma-informed, with an emphasis on trust, choice and respect for your boundaries. Together, we can explore what you are experiencing and what moving forward might look like for you.
Counselling in Uttoxeter and Derby
You can choose in-person sessions at either of my two locations:
• Radiance & Remedy, 60 Carter Street, Uttoxeter, ST14 8EU
• Green Lane Counselling & Psychotherapy, 61 Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1DJ
Online counselling is also available where appropriate.
I hold a CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and continue to develop my practice through ongoing specialist learning and professional development.
Sessions cost £50. I offer a free 15-minute introductory call so you can ask questions and see whether working together feels right for you.
Please ring or WhatsApp me on 07487 759830 to ask about availability or book an appointment.
Website: https://clearmindset.co.uk
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, which has trained me in three core modalities - Person-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). This integrative approach allows me to adapt my work to meet each client’s individual needs.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work in line with their ethical framework to provide a safe, confidential, and professional service.
My experience includes working with children (from age 5 upwards), young people, and adults, supporting clients with issues such as anxiety, depression, bereavement, self-esteem, self-criticism, relationship challenges, gender identity and life transitions .I also have experience working with aspects of neurodiversity including ADHD and Autism .
Qualifications & Training
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Level 2 Award in Awareness of Mental Health Problems
- Certificate in Core Competence for working therapeutically with children and young people
- Certificate in Awareness of Substance Misuse
- Training in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
- Training in Functional Analysis
- Enhanced DBS Certificate (current and up to date)
Workshops attended:
- Self-Harm Awareness and Support Training
- Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults
- Working with Anxiety and Low Mood
- Trauma Awareness and Resilience
- Emotional Regulation and Neurodiversity
Ongoing Continued Professional Development (CPD) to maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills.
I am passionate about ongoing learning and reflective practice. Through my work at Clear Mindset, I strive to provide an empathetic, compassionate, and empowering space where every client feels supported and understood.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£50.00 per session
Additional information
Due to the nature of my work I cannot answer my phone.
Please leave me a voice message, message whatsapp or mail and I will get back to you. clearmindset.co.uk
Further information
I offer in-person counselling in two welcoming settings: Radiance & Remedy, 60 Carter Street, Uttoxeter, ST14 8EU, and Green Lane Counselling & Psychotherapy, 61 Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1DJ. Online sessions are also available where appropriate.
My approach is warm, collaborative and tailored to you. I draw on person-centred, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural approaches, working at your pace with respect for your needs and boundaries.
Sessions cost £50, with a free 15-minute introductory call. Please ring or WhatsApp 07487 759830 to discuss availability and book at your preferred location.
