Welcome
Change is possible, we grow and learn throughout life, we can become more resilient: being here today may be you taking that decisive first step.
If you are going through a major health challenge, it is perfectly normal to experience huge emotional upheaval; sometimes people even feel they are not themselves anymore. Being strong and resilient is not about doing it all alone, it is knowing when to ask for help... and therapy can help.
I have over 6 years experience working with people faced with a life-threatening condition and how it can affect all parts of their lives. Together we will explore how to build and sustain your inner resilience and live through these challenging times.
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Coping with acute or chronic illnessHave you, or a loved one, been diagnosed with a life-threatening or a chronic condition? I will offer emotional support whatever the stage of the illness, and help you tap into your inner ressources, as well as explore changes you may wish to initiate in your life as a result of this existential crisis.
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Loss and bereavementIf you are experiencing the tremendous distress of loss and bereavement, I may be the listening ear you need, 'holding your hand' through the different stages of grief and guiding you through this process to the possibility of embracing life again.
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Trauma & Post-traumatic stress disorder (EMDR)Have you experienced trauma, or symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), such as sleep disturbance, nightmares and/or flashbacks? While I remain centred on your own specific needs and will use talk therapy, I offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) treatment, which is effective in 80% of people and is advocated by the WHO to help reduce distress, and help them live life fully again.
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Stress, anxiety, depression and
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I also provide counselling remotely: via phone, or using a GDPR compliant online video platform.
NB: During the Covid 19 pandemic and for as long as meeting face-to-face is deemed unsafe, I will only offer remote therapy to people whose immunity is low and to their loved ones and carers.
I work with adults and teens (from age 15), English speakers and French speakers.
NB: During the Covid 19 pandemic and for as long as meeting face-to-face is deemed unsafe, I will only offer remote therapy to people whose immunity is low and to their loved ones and carers.
I work with adults and teens (from age 15), English speakers and French speakers.
Hi I'm Anne-ClaireI am an integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, meaning I tap into different approaches, including person-centred and existential therapy to best suit individual needs. I also trained as an EMDR therapist with a view to helping people overcome trauma.
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Testimonials
I have worked with Anne-Claire for several weeks now having gone through Breast Cancer and also earlier Trauma.
We have used EMDR and Talking Therapy both of which have made a powerful and positive impact on my life. I would recommend her for both types of Therapies as I feel finally I am on the way to healing." Sandra.
Anne-Claire has worked with me over the past 4 years. She has always been so kind, patient and understanding. She can reflect the situation back to me so I can see it clearly. She helps me to feel more in control by helping me see the steps I can take to change either how I'm feeling or the situation. I feel I can safely say anything to her on any subject. I am very grateful to have her as a support in my life. I highly recommend her!" Marie.
My introduction to Counselling began the day after I had been diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. Life’s carousel, of swings roundabouts and bumper cars they were all there. Our weekly phone calls became my lifeline, wherever I was. My Counsellor was not judgmental and offered life qualified suggestions, Anne-Claire’s experience, support and endless patience helped me build up a high level of resilience, which has given me the capability and capacity to offer other Prostate Cancer patients an ear to listen." Richard.