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Clare Benzikie

Woking Practice

CBT & Counselling Woking (West Clandon)

Location: Woking (In-Person) & Online via Zoom | BACP Accredited | Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

Quick Summary: Here’s a short introduction to Clare and how she can help — you can read more about her below.

Clare is a qualified and experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist based at CBT and Counselling Woking. She provides therapy for adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, relationship difficulties, and work-related stress.

Clare’s compassionate and collaborative style combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Person-Centred approaches to create a personalised plan that fits your needs. With warmth and insight, she’ll help you build clarity, resilience, and self-understanding, giving you the tools to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and confidence.

More from Clare

Hello, I’m Clare, a fully qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist based at CBT and Counselling Woking. I hold a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and I’m accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Whether you’re navigating a crisis or seeking professional guidance to address difficulties, I’m here to help. Whatever you’re facing, I offer a compassionate, understanding space to help you find clarity, resilience, and hope.

I specialise in therapy for a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, and low self-esteem. I also provide support for life events, such as bereavement, miscarriage, relationship challenges, work stress, and health-related issues like cancer, MND, or MS. In addition, my expertise covers conditions like PTSD, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and sexual dysfunction.

Together, we’ll create a personalised therapy plan tailored to your unique situation. I may draw upon a variety of approaches during our therapy sessions, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), all grounded in a Person-Centred framework.

I’m accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).  Being a member of the BACP means I adhere to their Ethical Framework. I am also fully insured and have ongoing clinical supervision to ensure I provide the best possible service to my clients

Qualifications

  • Diploma Therapeutic Counselling
  • Intermediate AFT Family and Systemic Practice
  • BA (Hons) Public Relations

Background/experience

I transitioned into Psychotherapy after a successful career in corporate communications and running my own business. This unique background, combined with my extensive therapy experience, gives me deep insight into workplace pressures and how they affect every aspect of life.

Beyond workplace issues, I help people navigate relationships, self-development, and emotional challenges.

Since 2013, I have also worked as a counsellor for a Surrey hospice, spending the past seven years in palliative care. This role has involved supporting patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families through deeply challenging times.

My work in private practice and a hospice setting allows me to support individuals from diverse backgrounds, all seeking understanding, growth and resolution for life’s complexities.

I incorporate Family and Systemic Practice techniques, starting each counselling journey with a systemic genogram—a visual map of your emotional and physical connections—to lay the foundation for our work together.

How I Can Help You

My approach is rooted in curiosity. You are the expert on your life—my role is to guide and empower you to overcome or accept your challenges and reach your potential.

  • A Safe, Supportive Space
    I provide a non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly.
  • Collaborative Exploration
    Together, we’ll examine your challenges emotionally, rationally, and analytically, uncovering fresh perspectives and insights.
  • Tailored Techniques
    When words feel limiting, we will use creative methods like journaling, dreamwork, or imagery to unlock unexpressed emotions.
  • Personalised Approach
    We’ll work together to choose the best path for your healing, ensuring it’s tailored to your unique needs.
  • Practical Tools for Growth
    I’ll help you develop coping strategies and skills to navigate everyday challenges and achieve lasting change.

Types of Therapy Offered

  • Adult Talking Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
  • Person-Centred Therapy
  • Systemic Psychotherapy
  • Narrative Therapy

If you would like to make an appointment to see Clare, simply use this link or the ‘book now’ button below.

 

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Problems we can help you with

Why use us?

Experienced

  • Our therapists have enabled hundreds of individuals to achieve their goals
  • We are skilled in helping people feel comfortable enough to open up and talk.
  • We have a proven track record in helping people move forward.

Qualified

  • BSC (hons) Psychology (accredited by the British Psychological Society)
  • BACP British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy
  • PGDip Cognitive Behavioural Therapy(CBT)

Convenient Locations

We have conveniently located counselling practices all across Surrey
  • Ashford
  • Birchington
  • Brabourne
  • Canterbury
  • Dartford
  • Egerton
  • Gravesend
  • Herne Bay
  • Maidstone
  • Rochester
  • Sevenoaks
  • Tonbridge
  • West Wickham
  • West Malling
  • Whitstable

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