- Person-centred approach
- Supports trauma and grief
- Works with anxiety
About John
John Clare is a person-centred counsellor who creates a calm, non-judgemental space for people to be heard. He uses empathy and authenticity to help people talk through anxiety, grief, identity questions or the feeling that something needs to change. He works online and brings a warm, steady presence to sessions.
He draws on three years of experience across education, social care and community settings. That background influences a down-to-earth, relational way of working. He often helps people reconnect with their values, motivation and inner voice when life feels uncertain or overwhelming.
Practical problems such as sleep, eating, anger or work stress are part of the work he does. He also supports people affected by trauma, addiction, depression, ADHD and relationship difficulties. He is available to discuss concerns linked to caring roles, chronic illness, bereavement and coping with natural or human-caused disaster.
In addition to online practice, he works in a Social, Emotional and Mental Health primary school. That work with children informs his sense of emotional expression and regulation, which he brings into sessions with adults. He describes his approach as patient, creative and respectful.
John holds NCPS as a professional credential. He offers sessions in English from the United Kingdom and does not accept international clients. To begin, clients follow the site's matching and scheduling steps to arrange sessions.
How Client-Centred Work Fits Online
Client-Centred Therapy centres on listening, empathy and helping people find their own answers. In practice this means the counsellor offers a respectful, attentive presence and follows what matters most to the person in front of them. This approach can help with anxiety, depression, grief and relationship questions by making space to explore feelings and values.Because John also brings experience from schools and community settings, his online sessions often include gentle, creative ways to notice emotion and build self-understanding. That practical, relational focus supports people working through life changes, compassion fatigue or trauma responses.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and suggest ways of working that suit their situation. Together they review progress and adapt the work if needed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also helps maintain continuity of care when people move or have changing schedules.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression and many everyday struggles such as sleep, eating and anger. He also supports people with relationship issues, grief, addiction and career challenges.
What is his therapeutic style?
He practices Client-Centred Therapy, which focuses on deep listening, empathy and helping people find their own solutions. Sessions aim to be non-judgemental and paced to each person's needs.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has three years of experience working across education, social care and community settings, and currently also works in a Social, Emotional and Mental Health primary school.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practises from the United Kingdom and lists NCPS as his professional credential.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.