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Welcome to Claire's Blog
Claire uses this space to share thoughts, guidance and reflections inspired by her work every day with her clients. Here you’ll find articles on topics that commonly arise in her clinic, along with practical insights and updates that may help you better understand yourself and your experiences.
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Claire's Latest Blogs:
Many women feel they're failing at friendship, when they're actually comparing real life with an impossible ideal. Dr Claire Stubbs explores why belonging looks different for everyone.
Why exam season can feel overwhelming for girls with ADHD, how hormones play a role, and practical ways parents can support them through it.
A gentle exploration of how understanding the ADHD brain in therapy can reduce shame, soften self-criticism, and support meaningful internal change.
If you’ve ever found yourself asking "Am I Doing Too Much or Not Enough?". You’re not alone.
And more than that, there’s nothing wrong with you for asking it, because this question doesn’t come from confusion, it comes from caring deeply.
Struggling with the pressure to always “get it right”? Explore the hidden link between pride, perfectionism, emotional vigilance and the fear of being seen as wrong - and how to reconnect with "truth".
A clinician-focused reflection on the new edition of Internal Family Systems Therapy with Children, exploring neurodiversity, systems thinking and modern therapeutic practice.
Introducing a new course designed for IFS therapists teaching how to adapt their approach for ADHD brains using a neuroscience-informed approach.
Launching this Neurodiversity Celebration Week - a compassionate course for parents of ADHD children helping families understand emotional regulation, motivation and how to support neurodivergent children after diagnosis.
Many women experience a quiet identity shift in midlife as roles change. Exploring the psychological transition between giving and returning to yourself.
Pride isn’t arrogance - it’s often a protector. Learn how emotional defence mechanisms form, why high-functioning people over-give and how healing begins.
Why ADHD young people struggle to start tasks and what therapy can do differently. Learn how nervous system regulation supports executive function and motivation.
Feeling overwhelmed and exhausted this December? Discover why the mental load intensifies for women and how to reclaim space, rest and emotional clarity.
