How do I stop feeling so overwhelmed?
Being detached from how you feel is one of the first signs of being overwhelmed. Simple questions seem impossible to answer and choices between the most mundane things suddenly rise up like mountains to climb.
How can I feel more confident in my relationships?
Building healthy relationships starts with understanding yourself. Together we can explore patterns and build confidence in your connections with others.
How can I feel calmer?
Learning to manage anxiety and find peace in your daily life is possible. We'll work together to develop strategies that work for you.
Claire Bottomley
Are you struggling with life? Perhaps you are tired of feeling anxious, low or have experienced a difficult life event which you are struggling to cope with. Do you find yourself consumed by worries and unable to break out of a negative cycle?
If so, then counselling, CBT, or EMDR may be able to help you find your way forward. Taking the next steps can be daunting, I offer a free 20-minute telephone or email consultation where we can have an initial conversation to see if I am appropriate for you and that we are the right fit. We can then meet either face to face in Darlington, over Zoom, by telephone or in nature walking and talking.
About Me
I am a qualified counsellor, CBT and EMDR therapist. I have experience working with both adults and young people who experience difficulties ranging from anxiety, OCD, panic, worry, low-mood, grief, sexual abuse, and difficulties with relationships to processing traumatic experiences.
I work deeply and collaboratively with my clients to help them understand how their past experiences impact them in the here and now, and explore what they can do differently to help them move forward to a better place.
I believe that we are all unique and a product of our own subjective experience. I work with you to find out what you would like to achieve from your therapy and tailor the sessions accordingly.
Therapeutic Approaches
Qualifications & Training
My comprehensive training and qualifications enable me to provide high-quality, evidence-based therapy.
Main Qualifications
4 Part Foundation EMDR Training
EMDR Europe EMDR UK Approved
PGDip Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Postgraduate Diploma (Masters Degree Level) • Commendation
BA Hons Counselling
Bachelor's Degree • First Class
PGCert Enhanced Evidence-Based Practice
Postgraduate Certificate • Distinction
FdA Therapeutic Counselling
Foundation Degree • Merit
Certified Rewind Therapist for PTSD
Professional Certification
Diploma in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
Professional Diploma
Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling
Professional Certificate
Additional Training
- Certificate in Understanding Autism
- EMDR For OCD
- Level 3 - Counselling Skills
- Level 2 – Certificate in Counselling
- Level 3 – Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults
- Certificate in Common Mental Health Problems
- Extensive CPD - Working with Trauma
- CPD – Transactional Analysis (TA)
- CPD – Polyvagal Theory
- Rewind Therapy for PTSD
Pricing
1 Hour Session
I provide a free 15-minute telephone consultation. If you decide you would like to proceed, the necessary documentation will be sent, along with my contract. I can work face to face in Darlington, Online nationwide via Zoom, or by telephone.
EMDR sessions may require additional time and prices will be adjusted accordingly.
What's included
- Free initial consultation
- Flexible session formats
- Professional documentation
- Confidential service
Contact Me
Ready to take the first step? Fill out the form below and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.
Location
Find me at my practice location in Darlington. The map below shows the exact location.
Blackwell Business Centre
Blackwell Ln, DL3 8QF
United Kingdom