Counsellor profile
John Clare, NCPS
NCPS counsellor - Parenting and relationships
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- Client-Centred Therapy
- Parenting concerns
- Stress and anxiety
About John
John Clare is an NCPS counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years' experience. He works with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, depression, ADHD, addiction and relationship and family matters. Sessions are offered in English and his practice includes work around grief, intimacy and self-esteem.
His approach is grounded in Client-Centred Therapy. That means sessions focus on listening and responding to what the person brings. He uses straightforward conversation and reflective responses rather than directive instruction. This helps people name what feels difficult and try out new ways of handling it.
John also draws on his background in education and social care. He works in a Social, Emotional and Mental Health primary school alongside his online work. That school role informs his attention to emotional expression, regulation and practical strategies for everyday life.
People come for short-term help with a particular problem and for longer-term work to understand recurring patterns. He offers space to talk about parenting strain, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, or issues such as body image and eating. He also supports discussions about adoption, abandonment and blended family concerns.
Sessions aim to be plain and down-to-earth. John listens, reflects, and helps people think about what might change next. Practical suggestions can include ways to manage stress, sleep, anger and mood, or to approach difficult conversations at home.
How sessions work
How his client-centred approach works online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting. The therapist follows what the person brings and offers responses that help clarify feelings and choices. This approach can be useful for stress, anxiety, parenting strain, grief and relationship worries.Because his practice emphasises a collaborative conversation, finding the right way of working is part of the process. The therapist will work with the client to decide how sessions should feel, what to focus on and whether shorter or longer work suits their goals. Decisions about pace and topics are made together.
The source profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm the available formats before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help people maintain regular contact while managing day-to-day responsibilities.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of family or parenting concerns does he help with?
He helps adults navigate parenting strain, blended family issues, adoption and foster care matters, and family-related stress. The focus is on the adult's experience and practical coping strategies.
What is John Clare's therapeutic style?
He practises Client-Centred Therapy, which emphasises listening and reflecting rather than giving directives. Sessions are conversational and aim to help people find their own next steps.
How much experience does he have working in related settings?
He has three years' experience and also works in a Social, Emotional and Mental Health primary school. That work informs his practice with adults, especially around emotional expression and regulation.
What credential does John Clare hold and where is he based?
He is registered with NCPS and practises from the United Kingdom. Sessions are conducted in English.
Can he work with non-UK or international clients?
He does not accept international clients. Sessions are offered to people within the United Kingdom and are delivered in English.
What session formats are used?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact pricing is not detailed in the profile.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a first session.
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