About Clare
I am an accredited Holistic Sleep Coach and an educational and child psychologist. I support families who are finding it challenging to understand and manage the sleep needs of their babies and children, including families with children with special educational and/or disabilities.
I use a holistic approach which means I consider the whole child; diet, routine, environment, temperament, and the context they live in. I use respectful, responsive strategies that are informed by attachment theory and attunement principles that align with a gentle parenting style. This approach uses a deep understanding of sleep biology, is family centred and has the parent as the expert.
I was a teacher for many years and then qualified as an educational and child psychologist. I have over 30 years experience of working with children and families, many with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
The values of respect, empathy, a non-judgmental stance and warmth are at the core of my work.
Qualifications & training
- Certified Holistic Sleep Coach OCN level 6
- Masters degree in Educational and Child Psychology
- Video Interaction Guidance (VIG) practitioner and supervisor