Clara Bowman, BACP

Clara Bowman is a BACP-registered counsellor and psychotherapist who works with both adults and young people. She creates a non-judgemental and supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences at a pace that feels right for them. Clara practises in a person-centred way, which means sessions are guided by the client’s priorities and lived experience rather than a fixed agenda.

Her focus is on listening closely and helping clients gain clearer understanding of the issues they bring. She offers practical tools and compassionate reflection to support deeper exploration, clarity around problems, and the ability to make empowered choices and changes. Clara’s BACP registration refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom, indicating adherence to recognised professional standards.

Throughout therapy she aims to respect each person’s unique story, adapting the pace and focus of sessions to suit individual needs and goals. Her approach is rooted in collaboration and responsiveness, helping clients build insight and practical strategies that support meaningful progress.

Person-centred and evidence-based care for online therapy

Clara Bowman draws on person-centred practice and evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support clients online. Person-centred therapy focuses on creating a listening, non-judgemental relationship where the client sets the pace and topics for exploration - this approach helps with self-understanding, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and coping with life changes. In addition, she uses evidence-based techniques to introduce practical strategies and tools tailored to the client’s concerns, which can be helpful for stress, anxiety, depression, trauma-related issues, and problems with sleep or eating.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Clara works with each person to identify goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust the plan as therapy progresses. Clients are invited to shape the focus and pace so that the chosen techniques fit their preferences and needs.

Online therapy with Clara is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to access support from different locations. These options provide flexibility in how clients connect and progress through therapy while keeping the focus on effective, client-led work with a licensed professional.