Having completed her degree in psychology, followed by 2 years working in the fields of learning difficulties and medical psychology, Claire went on to gain a professional qualification with a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of London. She subsequently gained her Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Canterbury Christ Church University College.
Claire continues to work in both the NHS and private sector with people suffering from psychological and mental health difficulties and physical health conditions.
Year of first qualification: 1994
As an accredited member of the Health Care Professions Council and the British Psychological Society, Claire adheres to their ethical framework and guidelines to ensure that you receive a professional and quality service. Claire is also registered with the ICO, the UK supervisory body for data protection.
Claire has researched in the fields of learning difficulties, cancer and chronic pain. She has a particular interest in psychological support of cancer patients, attachment relationships, and the value of multidisciplinary treatment of chronic pain.
She has published in peer-reviewed journals and presented her research at national and international conferences.