Individual counselling
Time to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences, with someone who listens and works at your pace.
£70 · 60 minutes
Learn moreRoom to talk.Space to beyourself.
I’m Clara Zapata, a humanistic counsellor and family constellations therapist. I’m here to listen, to see you and to support you.
Free 20-minute first call, by video or phone.
Individual & couples counselling · Family constellationsFind your starting point
Hello,
I’m Clara.
Your experience is at the centre of our work.
My work begins with listening.
To your questions, your experiences, your process. We work at a pace that allows you to find your own words.
I bring 11 years of therapeutic work and 20 years in the healing arts.
More about ClaraYou don’t need to have
it all worked out.
You can bring the questions.
And take the time to find your words.
What brings you here?
You might have something specific on your mind, or find it hard to put into words. You can begin with a question.
Anxiety, depression, anger
Individual counsellingLoneliness, connection, the meaning of life
Individual counsellingRelationship difficulties, codependency
Couples counsellingAbuse, including narcissistic abuse
What happened was not your fault.
Individual counsellingAttachment trauma, family dynamics, intergenerational trauma
Family constellations
You don’t need to be in crisis to get in touch.
Not sure where you fit? A short message is enough. Write to Clara
Ways to work together
I work with adults. You can ask about any approach before deciding.
Couples counselling
A conversation about your relationship, with room for each of you to speak, listen and explore what brings you here.
£90 · 60 minutes
£120 · 90 minutes
Family constellations
A separate approach to exploring family relationships and patterns. Ask me what my sessions involve before you decide.
First session £90 · 90 minutes
Follow-up £70 · 60 minutes
In clients’ words
Clara has a lovely energy and is professional without being overly clinical … it also felt like a very safe, non-judgemental space to just feel again.
Clara has a real warmth about her and creates an open and safe space. She has helped me navigate some really difficult situations with compassion and gentle challenging.
I feel lucky to have found Clara. She is very insightful and has a warm and authentic presence. … I feel safe with and supported by her.
Your first session
- Free first call
- We can start with a free 20-minute call, by video or phone.
- Where
- Online by video (Google Meet or WhatsApp). You’ll need a quiet, private place and a reliable connection. If you live near Brighton & Hove, we can also meet in person.
A few things
you might wonder.
Ask whatever would help you decide whether to begin.
Do I need to know what to say?
No. You can begin with a short question, and we’ll take it from there.
Can we meet in person?
Sessions are mainly online. If you live near Brighton & Hove, we can also meet in person. Tell me which you’d prefer when you get in touch.
What are the fees and session lengths?
Individual counselling: £70 for 60 minutes.
Couples counselling: £90 for 60 minutes, or £120 for 90 minutes.
Family constellations: £90 for a first session of 90 minutes, then £70 for 60 minutes.
Can I come on my own or with my partner?
I work with adults, and I offer counselling for individuals and couples. Mention which you’d like to discuss when you get in touch.
What happens in a family constellations session?
Family constellations is a separate service from counselling. Ask me how I work and what taking part would involve.
When can I arrange a session?
I offer a free 20-minute first call, by video or phone, before we arrange a session.
You can ask about times when you enquire.
Still wondering about something? A short message is enough. Write to Clara
Start with
a hello.
A few words is enough. You can tell me the rest when we talk.
Prefer email? clarazapata75@yahoo.co.uk
Member of BACP and FHT
What happens next
- You send a short message, in your own words.
- I reply to talk through your question, and we can have a free 20-minute call, by video or phone.
- If it feels right, we arrange a first session together.
Clara
Need help right now? I can’t respond in an emergency. Call Samaritans free on 116 123, day or night, or text SHOUT to 85258. You can also call 111 and choose the mental health option (in Northern Ireland, call Lifeline on 0808 808 8000). If you or someone else is in danger, call 999.
