Claire Laforges, BACP
Compassionate UK psychosexual and relationship therapist
- Psychosexual and intimacy care
- Stress and anxiety support
- Online and phone sessions
About Claire Laforges
Claire Laforges is a UK-based therapist with seven years of professional experience who holds BACP credentials - BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a recognised professional body for counselling in the UK. She also works as a clinical supervisor and has completed foundation-level BICA infertility training, reflecting additional focus in fertility-related support.
Her background includes roles as a client-centred practitioner, a psychosexual therapist, and an intimate partner therapist. She has worked across outreach community settings and delivered therapy online and by phone, supporting both children and adults with a wide range of presenting concerns. Her practice draws on varied tools and theoretical approaches to help clients gain clearer insight into themselves and their life experiences.
Claire aims to empower people to understand the roots of stress, anxiety, and depression and to address challenges related to LGBTQIA+ intimacy, sexual dysfunction, grief and loss, fear of change, and health-related worries. She creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and where clients are supported in taking steps toward a more fulfilling life.
She strives to respond to client messages within 24 hours on weekdays, and her availability is updated twice weekly. Prospective clients are invited to book an available session to begin work together.
Her background includes roles as a client-centred practitioner, a psychosexual therapist, and an intimate partner therapist. She has worked across outreach community settings and delivered therapy online and by phone, supporting both children and adults with a wide range of presenting concerns. Her practice draws on varied tools and theoretical approaches to help clients gain clearer insight into themselves and their life experiences.
Claire aims to empower people to understand the roots of stress, anxiety, and depression and to address challenges related to LGBTQIA+ intimacy, sexual dysfunction, grief and loss, fear of change, and health-related worries. She creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and where clients are supported in taking steps toward a more fulfilling life.
She strives to respond to client messages within 24 hours on weekdays, and her availability is updated twice weekly. Prospective clients are invited to book an available session to begin work together.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Claire Laforges have?
Claire Laforges has 7 years of professional experience.
Is Claire Laforges a licensed therapist?
Yes. Claire holds BACP credentials. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Claire Laforges provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Claire Laforges located?
Claire is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Claire Laforges as my therapist?
You can work with Claire through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Claire Laforges work with international clients?
Claire Laforges does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Claire Laforges cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could remote therapy be a good fit for you?
Many people ask whether remote therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or adjusting to life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.One clear advantage is practical flexibility - clients can choose the format that suits them best, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it simpler to access support without rearranging work, family, or travel plans.
Therapists offering remote work are licensed professionals, and clients may switch to a different therapist if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many people, online therapy provides an accessible way to receive skilled support while balancing everyday life.