About me
Empowering Young Minds Together
I'm Clare, the founder of Young Minds Counselling.
Young Minds Counselling was established in 2024, shortly after I welcomed my son. With a lifelong passion for supporting children and adolescents through the challenges of growing up, I identified a need for specialised counseling services tailored specifically to English-speaking young people. Inspired by this vision, Young Minds Counselling was born.
I take great pride in having supported numerous young individuals in overcoming a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and behavioral difficulties. Additionally, I work closely with parents and families, offering guidance and support to help create positive, nurturing environments for their children.
My dedication to improving the well-being of young people has made Young Minds Counselling a trusted and respected center within the Haarlem community.
My journey
In 2014, I began my journey supporting young people as a teacher in the UK. In 2018, I stepped into the expat world and embarked on a career as an International Teacher. Over the years, I have had the privilege of teaching at esteemed institutions, including the Amsterdam International Community School, the International School of Amsterdam, the International School of Haarlem, and the International School of The Hague.
In 2023, I qualified as a counselor, combining my teaching experience with a passion for supporting the mental well-being of children and adolescents. I am proud to be a member of the International School Counselors Association (ISCA) and the ACCPH (Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists, and Hypnotherapists).
Empowering Young Minds Together
Qualifications / Memberships
PGCE in Education
Certificate in Counselling Children and Adolescent
Certificate in Child and Adolescent Psychology
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Supporting Anxious Youths
Member of the International School Counselling Association