https://www.clairestokeslaborde.com/home daily 1.0 2026-01-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/a18d6be7-638b-401b-a031-ee4985ad4572/LOGO-PRO-AGREEE-cmjn.jpg Home Welcome ! Individuals and couples Claire is an experienced and trusted British Psychotherapist with over 30 years experience as an expatriate. She provides a safe, friendly and confidential environment in which you will be supported in better understanding yourself, and others. She has a particular experience in treating issues around stress, depression, anxiety, grief and anger management, giving consideration to inter-cultural differences. She runs regular workshops on developing self-esteem, confidence and assertiveness in both French and English. She also provides courses and workshops to give you skills and strategies for living well. Her offices are conveniently located in Bordeaux (Talence) and Langon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1588353364044-VX6GPQ1EUIUNMUZF3SU3/IMG_3479.jpg Home - It’s time to talk… If you are visiting this website, it’s likely that you’re thinking about making changes in your life and relationships. Or maybe you are struggling with a problem that you can’t seem to solve on your own. You may not be able to identify what your problem is, but have a vague feeling of being blocked, and your life is limited in some way. Perhaps you feel you are repeating patterns of unhelpful behaviour. Psychotherapy seeks to clarify those aspects of your life that cause you distress, confusion or lead you to feel blocked or unfulfilled. It is through such clarification that you are able to make choices about those things that you may wish to change, and come to terms with those that you can't. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1590940799900-GRPTACNA2R1UE6PO9Q5K/kedge-logo-002-1.png Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1590941269829-KEUSA7T6I7W47Z47UMTI/images.png Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1590941463991-HYHPUDDW6W6VOY5L7I5Q/5b7230c8242bc.jpg Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1591865478781-8U7T5H8EMUDEIO7JRKO9/Unknown.jpg Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1591865874337-SBZCMKJGTLDNIZ0JUTZG/Unknown.png Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1591866319410-VC0JKDPKE5WDUNG3XVRO/Unknown-1.png Home https://www.clairestokeslaborde.com/contact daily 0.75 2025-04-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1586870496127-FGEDO53EHPPQ9F5PPN0A/9BI9yRhrSNyuAIe2ni0zFg.jpg Contact My LANGON office: 11, Lieudit Laouilley, 33210, ROAILLAN 7 kms from Langon and A62 toll Easy access and on site parking https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/f19da2b1-92ca-4427-b6c3-7f5c95610529/IMG_8977.JPG Contact My BORDEAUX office: 62, Rue Rouget de L’Isle. 33400 TALENCE Bus 26 - Carros then 10 minutes on foot Tram B Roustaing then 7 minutes on foot Blue Parking available in street with Disc for one and 1/2 hours free https://www.clairestokeslaborde.com/frequently-asked-questions daily 0.75 2025-12-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1592151433509-GBTBT5UP3JHKHWWJKW7Y/image-asset.jpeg FAQ - Strengths Based Coaching Are you interested in becoming more self-confident ? I specialise in Strengths-based coaching, grounded in the belief that lasting change also comes from understanding and deliberately applying what you do best. Confidence starts with self-awareness I will support you in identifying and using your unique Strengths to move past obstacles, make the most of opportunities , and feel confident in yourself. I believe your untapped potential also lies in building on what already works. Be confident and authentic Manage transitions in your role and career Learn to effectively utilise your unique strengths to power your potential What could change if you truly played to your natural strengths ? Ready to unlock what you do best ? Contact me to set up a clean tailored plan to define your next steps Complete the 20 minute Strengths Profile Assessment Book your 60 -90 minute in-depth coaching debrief https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1592151823800-YXKSJQPPW1HQRMIPMZK5/image-asset.jpeg FAQ - What’s better, in-person or online sessions ? The success of both coaching and therapy is founded on a trusting relationship, within a safe and confidential environment where you feel free to explore and express your feelings and emotions. For this reason, I prefer to work in-person when possible. However, many people’s lifestyles do not allow that, and therefore I have gained a lot of experience working online. Some people have reported that they feel less inhibited by the presence of a therapist, and find online sessions to be equally effective and resourceful. You will need to have an isolated place where you feel at ease, and free from disturbances. Please note, I do not offer couples therapy online. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1593017177181-U9AFNOKNWRIHMII6Y8EE/image-asset.jpeg FAQ https://www.clairestokeslaborde.com/services daily 0.75 2024-12-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/ce04f0c6-e582-4331-bbc8-fa6aadf68c20/IMG_9588.JPG Services - Understand and manage your anxiety By looking through your life experiences, you can gain a better understanding as to how you might have developed anxiety as a coping mechanism. Claire. can help you get clear on what the triggers are, and together you can find more adaptive and helpful ways of managing your anxiety. This will lead you to feeling better about yourself and your life. Photo: Welcome to the office in Talence. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1591596228481-1GND90AHJKRTSLPXKEJ4/IMG_3733.JPG Services - Take time for yourself One hour, weekly or fortnightly of ‘me time’, without feeling self-indulgent or judged, where you can feel genuinely listened to and accepted, yet professionally supported, and guided. This may include being gently challenged at times, helping you to focus on how you can change negative life patterns. Photo: Welcome to my office in Roaillan (near Langon). https://www.clairestokeslaborde.com/about daily 0.75 2025-12-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1591628789179-0TNW025ASW4XL65R8XU6/IMG_3749.jpg About - Background Prior to establishing my psychotherapy practise, I worked in various professional and cultural settings. I’ve been a Jockey, Teacher, Cabin Crew member, Business owner and full time mum. I feel one of my biggest achievements is integrating the French culture, and creating my own happiness and professional fulfilment here in France. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1591629130743-Y6Y591ZBK0NZXFCO07ZV/IMG_3744.jpg About - Education After leaving school at 16 to pursue my dreams, I decided to embrace higher education when I was in my 40s. I initially studied for my first degree in Psychology by distance learning with the Open University, and then went on to achieve my Masters degree at Leicester University. I qualified as an Occupational Psychologist, providing consulting services and resources to companies and their employees, helping to combine work place well-being and optimal performance. This eventually formed the basis of my dissertation on Strengths Based Coaching for which I achieved distinction. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e91d9e7a9dfc70164ad7c53/1593441344905-SSBP18IXT9O7OGYFBB03/image-asset.jpeg About