Claudia

Ms Claudia Tijou-Smith

Registered Professional Counselor

“A fully qualified and insured Integrative Counsellor working with adults on a variety of issues but specialising in working with people in or have been in narcissistic abuse or coercive control relationships. I offer online or telephone counselling making it easier for survivors to access help from anywhere.”

About Me

I offer a confidential space for adults navigating complex relationships. My specialisation is supporting those currently in, or recovering from, narcissistic abuse or coercive control. I understand the unique challenges survivors face. My online or telephone sessions provide accessible, compassionate help, making it easier to find support wherever you are. We can gently explore your experiences together, finding ways to reclaim your strength and sense of self.

Approach

Integrative work blends practical tools and reflective conversation so you can begin to recognise controlling patterns and reclaim everyday safety. I meet adults in Tenterden, Kent and beyond by phone or video, keeping sessions focused, steady and suited to your rhythm. Together we track triggers, rehearse boundaries between sessions and use trauma‑sensitive methods to reduce anxiety, rebuild trust and support clearer decisions. This approach often suits people emerging from coercive relationships who want practical steps alongside compassionate containment.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Advocacy

    Services that help individuals navigate healthcare, education, or social systems to ensure their mental health needs are recognised and met.

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  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Wellness Support

    Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.

  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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  • Therapy

    Professional treatment for mental health concerns, providing a structured space for insight, emotional processing, and behavioural change.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Elderly
  • Individuals
  • Organisations

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Phobias

    Intense, irrational fears of specific objects or situations, such as flying, heights, or spiders, that lead to avoidance and limit daily life.

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  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Divorce Counseling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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Professional Title:

  • Registered Professional Counselor

    A counselor registered with a professional body to provide counselling services.

Credentials

Registrations

British Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Counsellor

Qualifications

Kent Adult Education

Kent Adult Education

Kent Adult Education

Service Areas

Online/telephone

In-person & Online

Tenterden, Kent

United Kingdom

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