Claire Howdle, BACP

Integrative UK therapist for trauma and relationships

Trauma and abuse
Relationships and family
Stress and anxiety

About Claire Howdle

Claire Howdle is a UK-based individual and family therapist with over 5 years of clinical experience addressing a broad range of concerns including addiction, phobias, depression, anxiety, identity struggles, relationship difficulties, childhood abuse recovery, domestic and emotional abuse recovery, religious crisis, PTSD and trauma. She works with both individuals and families, offering tailored support that responds to each person's history and present challenges.

Her practice is integrative in style, combining psychodynamic perspectives, humanistic principles, cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices so that therapy is adapted to the needs of the person rather than following a one-size-fits-all method. Claire aims to create a warm, non-judgemental and non-discriminatory therapeutic environment where exploration of difficult emotions and patterns can lead to practical coping strategies and clearer decision making.

She also supports work on longer-term issues such as grief, intimacy-related concerns, eating difficulties, parenting challenges, codependency and caregiver stress. Claire holds accreditation with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and brings a collaborative, compassionate focus to helping people build resilience, improve relationships and enhance quality of life while respecting individual values and strengths.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Grief

Also Specializes In

AddictionsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Claire Howdle have?

Claire Howdle has 5 years of clinical experience working with a range of issues including addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship difficulties.

Is Claire Howdle a licensed therapist?

Yes. Claire holds accreditation with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

In which languages does Claire Howdle provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Claire Howdle located?

Claire is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Claire Howdle as my therapist?

Work with Claire can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, depending on the format that best suits the person seeking support.

Does Claire Howdle work with international clients?

Claire Howdle does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Claire Howdle cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and plan details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. A prospective client can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire designed to help match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled by phone, video call, live chat or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Claire Howdle draws on evidence-informed approaches to guide online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, and supports steps toward a values-driven life - it can be useful for anxiety, stress and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns formed in close relationships, exploring how early connection styles shape current intimacy and communication, which can help with relationship strain, abandonment concerns and family dynamics. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, often useful for depression, anxiety and coping with specific challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Claire works collaboratively to determine which methods fit a person's needs, goals and preferences. She adapts pace and techniques so the work feels aligned with what the individual is hoping to achieve.

Online therapy with Claire is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit sessions into busy lives and to maintain continuity of care across locations. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent, goal-focused support while enabling people to engage in therapy in ways that suit their routines and comfort levels.

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