"We cannot change, we cannot move away from what we are, until we thoroughly accept what we are. Then change seems to come about almost unnoticed." — Carl Rogers
Hello, I'm Zoe — a Person-Centred Therapist deeply passionate about mental health and the power of compassionate, authentic connection. Inspired by Carl Rogers’ humanistic philosophy, I offer a confidential, empathetic, and psychologically safe space where you’ll feel genuinely heard, valued, and accepted.
I believe that you are the expert in your own life. Our sessions will be guided by you, at a pace that feels right, exploring whatever thoughts, emotions, or experiences you choose to bring. Together, we’ll gently unpack what’s happening for you, helping you make sense of your reactions and gain new perspectives.
Clients often tell me they feel an immediate sense of relief and ease when we meet — able to speak openly without fear of judgment. I work collaboratively, not only offering space to be heard but also, when helpful, introducing simple, effective coping strategies such as grounding exercises, breathwork, thought defusion, and visualisation techniques to support you between sessions.
My approach is about creating a compassionate, judgment-free space where you can find clarity, build resilience, and reconnect with yourself. Through our work, you may begin to notice fresh insights emerging, along with increased self-awareness, confidence, and a growing sense of self-acceptance.
Therapy with me is a warm, supportive partnership — helping you navigate life’s challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you as a uniquely individual person. If you’re ready to feel truly heard and supported while working towards meaningful, lasting change, I would be honoured to walk alongside you.
Professional experience
6 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyRelationshipsSelf esteem, MotivationCoping with life changesADHD
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Caregiver issues and stress, Divorce and separation, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy
Services offered
Video
Phone
Messaging
Credentials information
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #389042
Reviews
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Ive been seeing Zoe now fro 2 weeks (2 sessions) and she has been a massive improvement from other therapists I've had. I messaged her initially stating what it was I was looking for from my therapist and she has been great at utilising her skills to my needs very efficiently indeed.
Written on Apr 14, 2026 after therapy with Zoe for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
An amazing therapist. Really listens and helps me recharge with our sessions. I feel lighter after we talk.
Written on Aug 22, 2025 after therapy with Zoe for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Kind, patient and thoughtful
Written on Aug 20, 2025 after therapy with Zoe for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, and compassion fatigue
Had my first meeting with Zoe and immediately felt comfortable and at ease. I’ve never had therapy before but the first session went incredibly well and I look forward to continuing my journey.
Written on Jul 24, 2025 after therapy with Zoe for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Weekly meetings have really helped me think through situations and make decisions.
Written on May 29, 2025 after therapy with Zoe for 9 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Zoe is excellent and clearly a very competent therapist. She has helped me a lot and I look forward to continuing to work with her.
Written on May 26, 2025 after therapy with Zoe for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
From my first session I felt heard. It was a huge relief. Zoe has helped me understand my thoughts and start to make sense of my reactions.
Written on May 22, 2025 after therapy with Zoe for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Zoe broke the defences and thoughts I had about speaking to a therapist. There isn’t an issue or life problem that’s too big, too small or if I thought I was being pathetic about something, Zoe would put me at ease.
Written on Mar 14, 2025 after therapy with Zoe for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Sessions with Zoe have given me a new perspective on a lot of tricky things. She has an amazing way of helping me to reframe approaches to given situations and has encouraged me to focus on my personal journey. Thankyou
Written on Mar 04, 2025 after therapy with Zoe for 1 month on issues concerning coping with life changes
I cannot recommend Zoe Cliffe enough! From the very first session, she created a safe, nonjudgmental, and welcoming space where I felt truly heard and understood. Her compassion, professionalism, and insightful guidance have been transformative in helping me work through my anxiety, past trauma, personal growth.
Written on Jan 24, 2025 after therapy with Zoe for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Zoe has been helpful to help me lower my anxiety levels and is teaching me techniques of self help so that I could help myself when needed.
Written on Jan 23, 2025 after therapy with Zoe for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Zoe has a great way to “wrap up my thoughts” in one or two sentences that make the main message clear in a way that I wonder why I hadn’t thought about that before.
Also she is super nice and caring!!
Written on Jan 07, 2025 after therapy with Zoe for 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Zoe has been amazing in helping me to understand myself so much better.! She is always giving me fantastic advice and perspectives I would have never considered.! Highly, highly recommend her.!!
Written on Dec 03, 2024 after therapy with Zoe for 5 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Great experience
Written on Nov 26, 2024 after therapy with Zoe for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Zoe is amazing. Exactly the kind of therapist I had hoped to find coming on here. She's caring and compationate that helped me open up and talk about my issues
Written on Nov 25, 2024 after therapy with Zoe for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Zoe is very understanding and helpful
Written on Nov 17, 2024 after therapy with Zoe for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and coaching
She’s a great therapist! Allows me to talk and picks out what’s important for further discussion, and helps me unearth a lot of things I might not be conscious of. I’d highly recommend her!
Written on Oct 07, 2024 after therapy with Zoe for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Therapy with Zoe helped me understand alot about myself. She was patient, understanding, and non-judgemental. Thanks for listening to all my rants!
Written on Jul 30, 2024 after therapy with Zoe for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
We had a great therapeutic relationship, very supportive. Zoe helped me to accomplish all my goals.
Written on Jul 08, 2024 after therapy with Zoe for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
It's rare for me to click suddenly with anyone..but Dr Zoe listens so well.
It doesn't come across like "a know it all" kinda session, which i really like.
I'm really relaxed to continue with Dr. Zoe
Written on Jun 25, 2024 after therapy with Zoe for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I made the decision to go to therapy and I wasn’t sure what to expect. Zoe is kind, able to grasp what I’m feeling and has been giving the reassurance that I need to keep marching forward.
Written on Apr 03, 2024 after therapy with Zoe for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Calm, patient and incredibly friendly. Puts you at ease, non judgemental and great reflections and insights. One of the best therapists I have ever seen. Thank you Zoe
Written on Mar 13, 2024 after therapy with Zoe for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Very calm, listens and takes in what I’m saying even when I feel like it is so complicated she manages to make sense or find meaning. It is so important to just feel heard and Zoe was brilliant for me.
Written on Oct 09, 2023 after therapy with Zoe for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, and coaching
Zoe has been a wonderful therapist. She listens, helps unpick things/feelings. Zoe is supportive, empathetic and isn’t judgmental. Zoe has been a great support network over the last couple of months. I would highly recommend Zoe as a therapist.
Written on Jun 24, 2023 after therapy with Zoe for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Zoe is very approachable, likable, and maintains a professional environment during therapy while sponsoring an element of informality that helps me open up a bit. Clearly Zoe is a very well versed therapist and is very good at making an eye-opening therapy session seem like a conversation with a friend.
Thanks Zoe
Written on Apr 20, 2023 after therapy with Zoe for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Have been through counselling before but I have never had an experience like this. Zoe is great and also the app is brilliant
Written on Mar 03, 2023 after therapy with Zoe for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Zoe makes it so easy to talk freely about anything. She listens to everything i have to say and makes me feel really comfortable. Would definitely recommend!
Written on Feb 17, 2023 after therapy with Zoe for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
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