Dr Claire Oakeley

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Senior Accredited Psychotherapist, Perinatal Counsellor & Clinical Supervisor

"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”

Maya Angelou

Perinatal Counselling Nationwide

Pregnancy and early motherhood bring immense change - physically, emotionally, and in relationships. If you’re feeling anxious, low, or overwhelmed, you are not alone, and with the right support, things can begin to feel easier.

I specialise in supporting women during this time of transition. Sessions offer a calm, non-judgemental space to explore experiences such as anxiety, low mood, birth trauma, relationship changes, and the adjustment to motherhood. I also have specialist training in supporting parents after baby loss, including miscarriage and stillbirth.


All sessions are offered online, giving you flexible access to support wherever you are.

Areas in which I work include:

Perinatal loss

Birth trauma

Birth debriefing

Miscarriage

Postnatal anxiety

Transition to motherhood

Returning to work after birth

Pregnancy following loss

Neonatal loss

Postnatal depression

“Thank you for all the help, support and encouragement you have given me. I now have the tools to live life and cope with it. I can't put into words just how much you've helped me and changed my life. You haven't just improved things for me, but for my family and friends also.”

“On the advice of my GP I referred myself for counselling. It made a huge difference - especially being able to talk about personal issues and feelings. I've come away sleeping better and feeling less anxious. Thank you."

"Claire has helped me enormously. The tears are under control, humour and balance have returned to my life. My husband and children are benefiting from a much happier mum and wife. Thank you so, so much. You have helped me more than I could have imagined."

"I would definitely recommend Claire to others. The sessions were good value for money and had a great balance of focus and flexibility. I feel more confident in my decisions and find it much easier to contain my feelings. Claire was extremely empathetic and put me at great ease"

Sessions and Fees

Fees are £70 per session - payable on the day.

I offer a complimentary 20-minute phone or Zoom consultation so you can share what’s bringing you to therapy and ask any questions about the process or my experience.


All sessions are currently offered online or by telephone.

Self referrals are welcome.



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