Clare Brentnall, BACP
Clare Brentnall is a psychodynamic counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems and depression.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Depression
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About Clare
Clare Brentnall is a psychodynamic counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems and depression. She works so clients can talk about difficult feelings and start to feel steadier in day-to-day life. Clare uses clear, straightforward conversation and listens for the patterns that matter most to each person.
She explains how past experiences and current behaviour can link together. In sessions she gives space to notice feelings, thoughts and the way people relate to others.
Background and approach
This helps people make sense of recurring difficulties and choose different ways of responding. Clare has four years of professional experience and holds BACP accreditation. She draws on her clinical time to offer calm, focused support rather than quick fixes.
Therapy is paced to what each person needs, not a one-size-fits-all plan. People come to Clare for help with grief, anger, low self-esteem and coping with life changes as well as intimacy-related issues and family tensions. She encourages clients to recognise their own strengths while addressing what gets in the way of a better life.
The work is collaborative. Clare helps people set practical steps and reflect on progress between sessions. Her aim is to create a steady place to talk, learn about recurring patterns and try new ways of living that feel more manageable.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 376742 | February 2027 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Clare works with
Everything Clare lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
Approaches Clare lists
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Online support
In therapy Clare creates space to talk through memories, reactions and relationship patterns. The work is collaborative - she will discuss options and help decide which way of working suits individual goals and preferences. Finding the right approach can take time and the plan can change as needs shift.
Online sessions come in several formats to fit different lives. Video calls let people see and be seen, which can help with emotional connection. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a busy day. Live chat and text-based messaging support shorter check-ins or reflection between longer sessions. These options aim to make therapy more flexible and easier to attend while keeping the therapeutic focus intact.
Frequently asked
What concerns does she address?
Clare helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, depression, grief and self-esteem issues. She also supports those coping with anger, intimacy-related matters, family tensions and life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She practises psychodynamic therapy, focusing on how past experiences and current behaviour connect. Sessions give space to notice feelings and relationship patterns and to consider different responses.
What is her professional background?
Clare has four years of professional experience working in counselling settings. Her time in practice informs a reflective, steady approach to common emotional difficulties.
What credentials and location does she have?
She is listed with BACP, which appears as BACP in her credentials, and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Clare offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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