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Jigsaw Counselling Service
Sessions with Claire Davey
About Me
Passionate Counsellor
My name is Claire Davey and I run Jigsaw Counselling. I offer face-to-face counselling in Beverley and the East Riding, as well as online and telephone sessions to anyone, anywhere in the UK.
I have been practising as a qualified counsellor for over fifteen years and have worked with vulnerable people of all ages within the mental health sector for over twenty-five years. I am a Senior Accredited member of the National Counselling Society and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I am also a qualified Clinical Supervisor and Accredited EMDR Therapist.
I work relationally with clients using an integrative approach. This means I can utilise the most productive elements of a variety of therapeutic techniques, giving you more choice around the type of therapy you want. Some people, for example, want short-term therapy to enable them to develop coping strategies to help with things affecting them day to day in the here and now, whereas others prefer longer-term therapy that helps them understand themselves on a deeper level, recognise what has shaped them, and explore their history and life patterns.
When considering my qualifications, I hold a Master’s degree in Psychological Therapies alongside my counselling degree. I am committed to understanding your individuality and tailoring sessions to your specific needs. Sessions are led by you and will always be individually tailored, professional, and impartial.
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Why you may be considering therapy?
People often seek support from me when they are experiencing difficulties related to work, relationships, health concerns, grief and bereavement, depression, anxiety, or following a mental health diagnosis. I also specialise in working with trauma, supporting clients who may be living with the effects of past or recent traumatic experiences. However, there does not always need to be a specific reason to begin therapy. Sometimes clients come to sessions simply with a sense that something does not feel quite right, even if they cannot clearly identify what that is.
What is Counselling and How does it Help?
Counsellors support individuals in exploring feelings and emotions that are often connected to their lived experiences. This process enables clients to reflect on their current circumstances and consider alternative ways of understanding and responding to them. Within a confidential and safe environment, counsellors listen attentively and provide the time, space, empathy, and respect necessary for clients to express themselves openly. Through this therapeutic process, clients may gain new perspectives, reduce confusion, strengthen coping strategies, and make positive, meaningful changes in their lives.
Counsellors also assist clients in analysing the underlying processes and difficulties that may be contributing to reduced well-being. These processes can stem from childhood experiences, trauma, abuse, or other significant life events. The therapeutic relationship that develops between counsellor and client offers a unique and confidential space in which complex and sensitive issues can be explored safely and thoughtfully.
My Experience
I currently run a private practice alongside my role as a part-time Counselling Tutor at a local university. In addition, I serve as the Clinical Supervisor for a Rape Crisis service in York.
Previously, I worked within the NHS for several years as a Clinical Lead, where I gained extensive experience supporting clients presenting with a wide range of complex mental health diagnoses. This breadth of experience has enabled me to work confidently and competently with diverse client groups across varied clinical settings.
EMDR
I am an Accredited EMDR therapist.
Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) was developed – and is best known – as a therapy for treating trauma or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It’s recognised by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) as a treatment for PTSD.
But it can be used to help with a range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, addictions, behavioural difficulties, relationship issues and mental issues such as OCD, psychosis and personality disorders.
Clinical Supervision for Therapists
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I am a qualified Supervisor holding a UKCP-accredited Diploma in Clinical Supervision. I provide clinical supervision both on a one-to-one basis and within group settings.
I specialise in working with trauma, particularly rape and sexual abuse, and in understanding the impact this work can have on therapists. I recognise the importance of self-care and the need for supervision to offer a restorative, containing, and reflective space.
I offer supervision to qualified counsellors, psychotherapists, social workers, healthcare professionals, and trainees. My approach is humanistic and integrative, and I welcome working with therapists from all orientations.
I provide a creative, confidential, and supportive environment where you can explore concerns, deepen self-awareness, and enhance your professional development. I aim to work collaboratively with you to identify your individual needs and to establish a pattern and style of supervision that feels appropriate and effective.
I am committed to regular reviews to ensure your evolving needs are met and that your ongoing growth and resilience are supported.
​Students Supervision and Personal Therapy
I currently teach counselling at a local university and have a considerable amount of experience providing therapy to university students. When considering personal therapy, there does not always need to be a reason to access it. Some students attend sessions with me simply because they feel something is wrong or need it for their course. However, as we start to unpack things, you will see the benefits and learn to know yourself, including the impact your own unprocessed experiences can have on your ability to fully meet a client within your sessions together.
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I love being by the sea and often sit and listen to the waves. Sometimes when I am busy doing paperwork in the office I play this video. I find it relaxing. I hope that you find some peace watching it.
