Claire Acfield Counselling and Psychotherapy

Areas of expertise

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Menopause
• Childhood trauma
• Adulthood trauma
• Domestic violence
• Grief & loss
• Low self-esteem
• Overwhelm
• Burnout
• Abandonment issues
• Attachment issues
• Relationship difficulties
• Sexuality
• Family issues
• Pregnancy related issues
• Children related issues
• Anger management
• Exploring identity
• Intrusive thoughts
• Hoarding
• Aging
• Bereavement
• Work and career issues
• Perfectionism
• Social anxiety
• Generational trauma

My experience

I have a Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Counselling from The Mindspace Foundation.

I have experience of working with adult clients face to face at Sandhurst Counselling Service, supporting people with a wide range of presenting issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, attachment issues, identity, overwhelm and burnout.

I work at The Female Health Clinic on Hartley Wintney High Street, Hampshire as the clinic counsellor where I see clients both face to face and online. Many are women going through menopause, although I see both men and women of all ages 18+.

My approach

I believe that a close working relationship between counsellor and client is the most important factor in enabling therapeutic change to take place. I understand that trust may not develop quickly, and for some people it can take many sessions before they feel able to speak freely and honestly. This is normal and I will work at your pace, not mine.

I am integratively trained, which means it definitely is not “one size fits all”, as everyone is different and what one client may respond well to might not work for another. We can work together to get to know one another and decide what is most useful for you.

Qualifications and memberships

As a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I work within an ethical framework and adhere to best practices to make sure every client feels supported during counselling sessions.