Claire Hogben

Claire is a highly qualified and accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and Supervisor, as well as a fully qualified Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Psychotherapist, trained to work with both adults and children. In her role as a senior clinical tutor within a university setting, she plays a pivotal role in helping trainee therapists develop their skills. Claire's current focus is within the Children and Young Persons Mental Health Service (CYPMHS), where she works with children and adolescents presenting a wide range of mood and anxiety challenges, including those with neurodiversity. She also provides essential support to parents and carers, guiding them through the complexities of supporting their children's emotional well-being.

With extensive experience in schools, the youth offending service, youth services, and substance misuse services, Claire is dedicated to helping individuals overcome their difficulties through a compassionate and focused approach. She believes strongly in a collaborative effort toward clients' goals, empowering them to develop coping strategies, build resilience, and adopt a more compassionate perspective toward themselves and their experiences.