Claire Gask Cognitive Behavioural Therapist Southampton

Claire Gask Cognitive Behavioural Therapist Southampton – Dedicated Mental Health Support

Claire Gask Cognitive Behavioural Therapist Southampton supports individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, and a wide range of mental health conditions. She applies evidence-based cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to help clients identify the origins of their distress, understand what maintains their symptoms, and build skills to think, feel, and behave differently. Through her compassionate and structured approach, Claire empowers individuals to reclaim their emotional well-being.

Experience and Position at the Priory

Claire Gask brings years of clinical experience to her role at the Priory, where she works as a senior CBT therapist and the clinical lead. She has held this leadership position for over two years, guiding both patients and staff with professionalism and dedication. In addition, Claire is fully accredited with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP), underscoring her commitment to high standards of care.

Claire Gask Cognitive Behavioural Therapist Southampton – Specialist Training and Expertise

Claire holds a Postgraduate Diploma in CBT from Royal Holloway and a Postgraduate Certificate in Low Intensity Psychological Interventions from the University of Surrey. She also completed a BSc in Psychology at the University of East London and an MSc in Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience from Goldsmiths, University of London. Claire is currently completing advanced EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) training to further support clients dealing with trauma and PTSD.

Research Contributions and Clinical Insight

In addition to her clinical work, Claire has contributed to several academic publications. Her research spans topics such as schizophrenia, paediatric heart transplantation, and quality of life post-transplant. These works demonstrate her deep interest in the intersection between medical and psychological well-being.

Conditions Treated by Claire Gask Cognitive Behavioural Therapist Southampton

Claire helps individuals with a wide variety of conditions, including:

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Adjustment disorder

• ADHD

• Autism

• OCD

• Bipolar disorder

• Phobias

• PTSD

• Postnatal depression

• Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

• Medically unexplained symptoms (MUS)

Her CBT approach tailors strategies to each client’s specific situation, ensuring meaningful, sustainable progress.

Why Choose Claire for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?

Claire’s clients benefit from a warm, empathetic approach, clear goals, and effective methods. She combines academic knowledge with real-world experience, making each session practical and empowering. Moreover, she values collaboration, helping clients take control of their mental health journey through clear planning and ongoing support.