Claire Coker-Beyer , BACP

Claire Coker-Beyer is an integrative counsellor who supports people dealing with low self-confidence, body image concerns, anxiety, and harsh self-criticism. She helps clients explore both present difficulties and past experiences that may contribute to current patterns, working collaboratively to identify recurring behaviours and find practical ways to change them. Claire places strong emphasis on cultivating self-acceptance, self-care, and self-compassion so clients can make space for all parts of themselves, including those that provoke shame or guilt.

Her practice includes work with confidence and self-esteem, relationships, stress and anxiety, addiction and substance concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, depression, and life transitions. She also focuses on areas such as ADHD, gender dysphoria, process addictions, self-harm, sexuality, social anxiety, and challenges common to young adults and women. Claire brings an integrative approach that draws on multiple therapeutic models to tailor support to each person’s needs.

Claire holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She offers daytime appointments at present. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Approaches and online support for personal growth

Claire draws on Existential Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in her online practice. Existential Therapy helps people explore meaning, choice, and personal responsibility when facing life changes or feelings of stagnation; it is useful for clients wrestling with identity, purpose, and midlife or career transitions. Mindfulness Therapy teaches practical ways to notice thoughts and feelings without becoming overwhelmed, supporting reduction of anxiety, stress, and self-critical patterns through present-moment awareness.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Claire works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts her integrative practice so therapy evolves as the client progresses.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility - Claire provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, balance therapy with work or family commitments, and access support from familiar surroundings, while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor the process to individual circumstances.