Claire Jefferson

Hello,my name is Claire and I am your counsellor at Safe Space Counselling. I provide a warm,safe and non-judgemental space where adults and teenagers can talk openly about whatever may be troubling them. I believe that healing often begins with the felt safety of a trusting therapeutic relationship,where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and feel truly heard. Before training as a counsellor,I spent many years working in healthcare as a Midwife,Health Visitor and Family Nurse,supporting individuals and families through life's most significant and emotionally complex moments. Early in my training,I spent time on placement in a mental health hospital and was struck by the power of talking as part of recovery,which inspired me to train as a counsellor. I work with adults and teenagers,supporting individuals with challenges such as anxiety,low mood,grief,relationship difficulties and life transitions. I also understand the emotional impact of experiences such as pregnancy loss,fertility challenges and changes within family life and I draw on my experience working closely with families to help clients explore their relationships,emotions and personal challenges. My approach is gentle,collaborative and person-centred,allowing you to move at your own pace as we work together toward greater clarity,resilience and emotional wellbeing. Taking the first step to seek support can feel daunting,but you do not have to face things alone.