Our team

“It is only by addressing the roots of a problem that we can really be free of it. So, whatever is bringing you to The Clearing, I believe that you will get the most out of our time together if we explore your situation in depth”

Dr Rhian is a chartered counselling psychologist.

Her main approaches are: Psychodynamic, Person Centred, CBT, Existentialism, Jungian Psychology

Her areas of special interest are: Eating disorders, existential issues, trauma & compulsive behaviours

Clinic Days: Online or Telephone sessions only. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays.

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“Whatever you may be struggling with, it is never too late to get help & begin the journey of change. Remember that even in hard concrete, there can be a crack, & in that crack something green, even a flower, can grow”

Elizabeth is a senior accredited psychotherapist

Her main approaches are: Psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, Jungian, Systemic (Family Therapy) & CBT

She has particular experience in working with: Attachment issues, bereavement & loss, eating disorders, fertility issues, anxiety, depression & trauma

Elizabeth is able to offer therapy to clients from the age of 15 onwards.

Clinic days: Online or telephone sessions only. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays (Early evening sessions available)

Hourly rate for individuals: £70

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“We are all born worthy but, sometimes, we need to be reminded. Life’s challenges can come at us quickly without any warning.

You don’t have to be alone in this. The therapeutic process can support you, even if it is just to help you to breathe through the moment.

Together we’ll create a safe space for you to explore & understand your thoughts & your feelings. I will be journeying alongside you, listening carefully to your unique story & celebrating with you while you grow”

Sharon is a UKCP accredited psychotherapist

Her main approaches are: Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, Creative interventions, Mindfulness & Guided affective imagery

She has particular experience in working with: Autism, learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, bereavement & trauma

Sharon is able to offer therapy to clients from the age of 18 onwards.

Clinic days: Online or telephone sessions only. Mondays, Tuesdays, & Wednesdays (Late evening & early morning sessions are available)

Hourly rate for individuals: £60

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“Sometimes just having space to get in touch with how we feel can bring clarity & a sense of wellbeing. It is important to me that you feel as comfortable as possible when you begin counselling.

I will offer you a therapeutic space that’s friendly & supportive & we will go at your own pace. As an integrative counsellor, I’ll choose a method to suit you, whether you are predominantly cognitive, emotional, practical or creative.”

Annette is a senior qualified therapeutic counsellor

Her main approaches are: Transactional analysis, CBT, psychodynamic therapy & creative therapies

She has particular experience in working with: Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss & bereavement, & in supporting clients who are struggling with chronic health issues & their carers

Annette is able to offer therapy to clients from the age of 13 onwards

Clinic days:Online or telephone sessions only. Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays

Hourly rate for individuals: £50

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“I work eclectically, incorporating creative techniques to aid your therapeutic process. Therapy can be painful. At times it may seem that your mood deepens as we revisit & explore your more difficult life experiences.  I will support you through this process & in time it will allow you to achieve personal growth, empowerment & ultimately well being. It would be an honour be to part of your therapeutic journey.”

Joanne is a senior qualified counsellor

Her main approaches are: Person Centred, Psychodynamic & Creative Therapy.

She has particular experience in working with: Bereavement, difficult family dynamics & relationship issues.

Joanne is able to offer therapy to clients from the age of 5 onwards.

Clinic days:Online or telephone sessions only Mondays & Tuesdays (Early morning sessions are available)

Hourly rate for individuals: £50

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“Wherever you are on your journey, I will make it my priority to guide you on your way, supporting you to become the best version of yourself that you can be.

I work integratively combining tools from depth psychotherapy & solution focused approaches to help you to both form a better understanding of yourself, & to develop a “coping toolkit” that you can draw upon when the hard times hit”

Sam is a senior qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor.

Her main approaches are: Transactional Analysis, person-centred psychotherapy, creative methods & guided affective imagery.

She has particular experience in working with: Depression, anxiety, suicidality, self-harm, self-esteem issues, Autism, ADHD, supporting people who have children or relatives with disabilities.

Sam is able to offer therapy to clients from the age of 18 onwards.

Clinic days:Online or telephone sessions only. Wednesdays (late afternoon / early evening), Thursday & Fridays daytimes.

Hourly rate for individuals: £50

** Please note – Sam has availability from Thursday 9th September 2021 onwards **

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“I believe that you hold within yourself the capacity for healing, personal growth & positive change. My role is to facilitate this process; helping you to achieve greater self awareness & to form new perspectives.

Therapy can sometimes be challenging, but difficult roads can lead to beautiful destinations & I’ll be there alongside you, at every step, supporting you along the way”

Jade is a senior qualified TA psychotherapist.

Her main approaches are: Transactional Analysis, ACT & humanistic counselling

She has particular experience in working with: Relationship issues, coercive control, domestic violence, addiction, & attachment issues

Jade is able to offer therapy to clients from the age of 18 onwards.

Clinic days: Online or telephone sessions only. Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays (Early morning & late evening sessions are available)

Hourly rate for individuals: £45

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