John Clare, NCPS

John Clare is a person-centred counsellor who uses Client-Centred Therapy to help people feel heard and understood. He offers a calm, creative and non-judgemental space to talk through what feels most present, from anxiety and grief to identity and the need for change. John explains things plainly and listens with empathy so conversations can move at the client’s pace.

He draws on three years of experience and a background in education, social care and community work. That background informs a down-to-earth style and practical focus on what helps in everyday life. In addition to his online practice he works in a Social, Emotional and Mental Health primary school, which has shaped how he notices emotional expression and regulation.

People come to him to navigate anxiety, depression, low self-esteem or emotional overwhelm. He also supports processing trauma, grief and disconnection. John helps people look at relational patterns and how early experiences affect the present moment.

He works with clients to reconnect with values, motivation and their inner voice. He offers straightforward support for life transitions, uncertainty and burnout. His approach is rooted in deep listening and a belief in people’s capacity to grow.

John’s additional focus includes areas such as caregiver stress, chronic illness and aging and geriatric issues. He presents himself in a warm, reflective way and aims to make sessions practical and relevant to daily life.

How Client-Centred Work Transfers to Online Sessions

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening with warmth and respect, and on helping people feel understood. In practice this means the counsellor reflects what the client says, follows their pace, and helps them find their own answers. This approach can help with anxiety, depression, grief and relationship patterns by creating space to notice thoughts and feelings.

John’s background in education and social care informs a relational approach that emphasises safety and emotional expression. He uses these person-centred values online to help clients reconnect with values, motivation and inner resources. Deciding which way of working suits best is collaborative - the therapist and client explore goals and preferences together and adapt the sessions as they go.

The practical benefits of online therapy include easier fitting of sessions into busy schedules and reducing travel time. Online work can make it simpler to check in during a shorter break, to access support from different locations within the UK, and to continue therapeutic momentum between life changes. Confirm the current session options with the therapist before booking so you know which formats are available.