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Robin
Claire has been an excellent therapist and guide to navigating our relationship
Erith, DA8 3BX
Claire Draper
Claire is a compassionate and experienced couples counsellor based in Erith. With over 11 years’ experience, she provides a safe, calm space where partners can talk openly and feel equally heard. Claire supports couples to improve communication, rebuild emotional closeness, and work through challenges without judgement.
Whether you feel stuck, resentful, or unsure what the future holds, Claire will help you gain clarity and move forward in a way that feels right for you both.
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Couples
Female
Erith, DA8 3BX
English
Individual £68 · Couples £80 / 60 min
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About Claire
Hello, my name is Claire and I'm a highly experienced couples counsellor. I'm also a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist, CPCAB Level 4 Diploma trained, and a registered member of the BACP.
I understand that starting counselling can feel daunting, especially if you are unsure what to expect. My role is to create a warm and calm space where you can feel safe, supported, and able to share your concerns at your own pace.
In our first meeting, we’ll focus on getting to know each other and building trust. I’ll take time to understand your needs, expectations, and goals for therapy, so we can work together in a way that feels constructive and respectful.
My approach is person-centred and non-judgemental. I’ll help you unpick the issues in your relationship, explore your perspectives, and improve how you listen to one another. This process often eases resentment and helps you reconnect, either to rebuild your relationship or to move forward more amicably if separation feels right.
My aim is always to help you both communicate your needs more clearly, feel validated, and develop healthier ways of relating.
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Meet Claire
Background & Experience
I hold a CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and am a registered member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy). Since 2015, I have specialised in supporting individuals and couples across a diverse range of settings, including private practice, schools, and specialist drug and alcohol recovery services. My professional journey has also seen me collaborate closely with social services and provide outreach support for individuals managing complex mental health challenges such as psychosis.
Prior to my career in counselling, I served as a managing director for various organisations, leading large teams and developing company strategies. This background in leadership has sharpened my ability to offer structured guidance and support. I continue to engage in regular clinical supervision and continuous professional development (CPD) to ensure I provide the highest standard of evidence-based care to my clients.
How I Can Help
I willl cultivate a safe, unbiased space where you can both articulate your feelings openly and feel profoundly heard and understood.
I'll guide you in uncovering and transforming the underlying behaviours and dynamics that are contributing to your relationship's challenges.
Together, we will build stronger emotional connections, helping you to truly empathise with and respond to each other's needs and perspectives.
I'll equip you with practical, evidence-based tools, informed by modalities like Emotionally Focused Therapy, to enhance communication, navigate conflict, and reignite intimacy.
We'll explore your unique path forward, whether that involves strengthening your bond through deeper understanding or navigating a respectful and amicable separation.
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Specialisations
Psychosexual Therapy
Neurodiversity in Relationships
Polyamorous and Non Monogamous Relationships
Gender Diversity in Relationships
Fertility and Reproductive Challenges
Addiction and Substance Use in Relationships
Therapy Approaches
Sex Therapy for Couples
Imago Relationship Therapy
Integrative Couples Therapy
Humanistic Therapy (Couples)
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Trauma Informed Couples Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Couples Therapy (CBT for Relationships)
Existential Therapy
Psychodynamic Couples Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy (Couples)
General Couples Counselling
Attachment Based Couples Therapy
Systemic Couples Therapy
Solution Focused Couples Therapy
Problems I Help With
Separation and divorce support
Support for LGBTQ+ and queer relationships
Differences in values or life goals
Repeating unhealthy relationship patterns
Intimacy and sexual difficulties
Feeling distant, disconnected, or stuck
Deciding whether to stay together or separate
Navigating long distance relationships
Pre-marital therapy and relationship preparation
Communication problems and not feeling heard
Parenting, finances, and family pressures
Jealousy and insecurity
Conflict and frequent arguments
Life transitions and big changes
Trust issues and infidelity
Qualifications
- Level 4 Diploma in Counselling
Professional Memberships
- British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)
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Tina and Robin
I had a really positive experience with my therapist. She made us feel comfortable, listened without judgment, and created a safe space where we could openly share my thoughts and feelings. They were patient, compassionate, and offered practical strategies that helped me better…
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Claire has been amazing. She is professional, caring, and has helped us more than we ever expected. Thank you much.
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Danny
Claire is an excellent therapist and helped me and my partner overcome some serious issues. Thank you so much Claire :)