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Denise Clarke

Therapist · United Kingdom

Experienced person-centred counsellor

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Denise Clarke
Credentials
NCPS
Registration
NCPS, United Kingdom · NCS23-00002
Experience
5 years
Languages
English
Location
United Kingdom
  • Person-centred approach
  • Practical coping plans
  • Works with grief

About Denise

Denise Clarke is a counsellor who brings five years of professional experience to her work in the United Kingdom. She holds NCPS, which is listed as her credential, and she focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. Denise encourages people to take the first step and acknowledges how hard that can feel.

Denise believes the client knows their own story best and builds on existing strengths. She uses a person-centred outlook to help people find practical ways to manage difficult feelings. Sessions aim to identify priorities and create a clear plan for change.

Her approach includes techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness to help with mood, sleep and unhelpful thinking patterns. Attachment-based ideas are used to look at relationship patterns and intimacy-related concerns. Trauma-focused methods are drawn on when people need structured support after distressing events.

Denise pays attention to everyday challenges such as work stress, caring responsibilities and compassion fatigue. She also supports people experiencing issues like ADHD, codependency and communication problems. The focus is on small, achievable steps rather than overwhelming change.

She speaks English and accepts clients internationally. People are invited to start by completing a short questionnaire so sessions can be matched to needs. Denise aims to be respectful, non-judgemental and practical in each session.

How Denise's approaches translate to online work

Attachment-based ideas focus on how early and current relationships shape feelings and reactions. In practice this means looking at patterns in friendships and close relationships and finding new ways to connect and set boundaries. Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test them with small behavioural experiments to reduce anxiety and low mood. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing exercises to manage stress and improve sleep. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Denise will discuss goals and preferences and try different techniques together to see what fits. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions to each person's needs rather than relying on a single method. If you are considering online therapy, check the session formats available before booking so you know what will be offered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to continue therapy while living in a different country, since she accepts international clients. Confirm the precise session options when you arrange the first appointment so you can pick times that suit your daily routine.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTGriefBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Listed on profile

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Denise help with?

She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma as well as relationship and family concerns. Other areas include sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, ADHD and codependency.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her work is person-centred and collaborative, building on a person's strengths. Techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness are used when helpful.

What is her professional background?

Denise has five years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and relational issues. She emphasises practical steps and a clear plan for change.

Where is she based and what credential does she hold?

She practises in the United Kingdom and lists NCPS as her credential.

Can sessions be carried out in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with her?

She accepts international clients.

How are sessions charged?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Denise?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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