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Brenda Clarke-Wills BSc (Hons) Psyche Open MBACP

Brenda Clarke-Wills BSc (Hons) Psyche Open MBACP, BACP

Therapist · United Kingdom · 3+ years of experience

Calm, practical support for emotional challenges

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At a glance

Listed location
United Kingdom
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
BACP
Languages
English
Registration (United Kingdom)
BACP · No. 398565

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship help
  • Grief and loss

About Brenda

Brenda Clarke-Wills BSc (Hons) Psyche Open MBACP offers support for people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, low self-esteem and depression. She works with individuals who want clearer understanding of their feelings and more steady day-to-day coping. Sessions are offered in English and Brenda is based in the United Kingdom. Brenda keeps the room calm and non-judgemental. She helps clients look at how past experiences shape current reactions. That can make it easier to spot unhelpful patterns and try different ways of responding. Her approach is integrative. She draws on psychodynamic ideas to trace the origins of an issue and uses cognitive behavioural techniques to build practical skills. Person-centred ideas guide the relationship, so the client’s priorities drive the work. Brenda also uses elements of attachment-based thinking, dialectical behaviour therapy skills and mindfulness to support emotional regulation and stronger relationships. She mentions work with issues linked to ageing and geriatric issues alongside caregiver stress and cancer related concerns. With three years of experience including training and volunteering, she aims to help people develop resilience and emotional awareness. Brenda invites questions before booking and asks people to use the platform Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Cost varies with location and therapist availability, so clients are encouraged to confirm details when they start the process.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Approaches that suit online therapeutic work

Attachment-based work focuses on how early relationships shape present-day patterns. It helps people understand closeness, distance and trust in relationships and can guide changes in how people relate. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) targets thought and behaviour patterns with clear strategies. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and stress because it offers practical tools to try between sessions. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) adds skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance and is helpful when strong emotions feel overwhelming.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will explore your history, goals and preferences and suggest methods that could fit. That choice is collaborative and can be reviewed as you go, so the plan can change with your needs.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving or travel. It can also allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, or sessions without being on camera if that helps concentration or comfort. Registered or accredited professionals often use these features to make therapy more practical for everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems can be worked on here?

Brenda supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, low self-esteem and depression, plus related concerns such as caregiver stress, cancer-related issues and ageing and geriatric issues.

How would you describe her style in sessions?

She aims for a calm, non-judgemental atmosphere and follows a client-led pace. Brenda encourages self-understanding and practical skill building to improve day-to-day coping.

What experience does she bring to the work?

She has three years of experience including training and volunteering, and combines that background with an integrative approach to tailor work to each person.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She lists BACP as her credential and works from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify formats; please confirm current session options before booking to ensure they meet your needs.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time and cost varies with location and therapist availability; check details when you begin the process.

How do I get started with Brenda?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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