Claire Kuyper, ACA

Claire Kuyper is licensed in Australia and brings 17 years of professional experience to her counselling practice. She works with people managing stress and anxiety, those grieving or coping with loss, and individuals struggling with motivation, self-esteem, confidence and depression. Claire also supports clients navigating significant life changes, helping them to identify practical steps and inner resources to move forward.

She aims to create an open, non-judgemental atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear. Her approach is collaborative and paced to each person’s needs, combining emotional support with practical strategies. Claire recognises that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life often takes courage, and she offers steady guidance and encouragement throughout that process.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Claire Kuyper draws on client-centred therapy to prioritise the person’s own experience and pace - this approach involves active listening and empathy to help people feel heard and to identify what matters most to them, useful for issues like low self-esteem and life transitions.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact; CBT helps people develop strategies to manage anxiety, depression and stress through skill-building and problem solving.

Narrative therapy is another approach Claire may use to explore the stories people tell about themselves, helping them reframe difficult experiences and find new meanings when coping with grief or major change. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Claire works collaboratively with each person to decide which methods best suit their needs, goals and preferences, and may adapt techniques over time.

Online therapy with an appropriately qualified or registered professional offers flexibility and accessibility, allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity during transitions, and access support from wherever a person is located, while still working closely with a therapist.