I am Sian Clare, a friendly and qualified counsellor with many years' of experience of working with a diverse range of adults, students, and young people within a confidential and non-judgemental environment.

I qualified from York St John University in 2006 with the Graduate Diploma in Counselling.

Since qualifying I have undertaken a significant amount of additional training and CPD.

I have counselled adults, students, and young people 13+ in both my private practice and the voluntary sector. I also currently work counselling young people in secondary schools and work with college and university students. In addition, I am a member of the BACP School & College Expert Reference Group.

I am a neuroaffirmative counsellor, and have considerable experience of working with adults, students & young people who have an assessment or self-diagnosis of ADHD & Autism.

I am qualified in Online & Telephone Counselling and Supervision and my private practice is delivered exclusively online, via a video platform, or by telephone.

For me, the heart of counselling is a good relationship between client and counsellor. This helps to create a safe and respectful setting for exploration, reflection and understanding of what is important to you.

Having also worked supporting young people and families for the Local Authority, I am very aware of the stresses and difficulties faced by many people today.

I am a registered accredited member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and work in accordance with their Ethical Framework which includes having regular supervision with a qualified supervisor.

My Qualifications

Training and Continued Professional Development

I have significant training and CPD that can be evidenced on request. This includes subjects such as safeguarding, trauma, neurodiversity, mindfulness, and adolescent development etc.