Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Counsellor in Vancouver, BC
Claire Sutton is a dedicated counsellor and life coach with over 30 years of experience helping individuals navigate personal and professional challenges. With a background in business and marketing, combined with a graduate degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia, Claire offers a unique perspective that bridges mental health and real-world dynamics. Her practice focuses on empowering clients to re-calibrate their lives through solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and Vision-to-Action coaching. Claire specializes in working with professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs who face complex work-life issues, as well as individuals experiencing mid-life transitions, divorce, or career uncertainty.As a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Family Enterprise Advisor, she brings deep expertise in family systems, workplace communication, and life transitions. Claire has held leadership roles in professional organizations, including President of the Western Canada EAPA Branch and advisory positions with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors and Adler School of Professional Psychology. Her commitment to maintaining work-life balance and ethical standards of confidentiality underscores her role as a trusted guide for clients seeking meaningful personal growth and clarity.
Services
Counselling
Life Coaching
Divorce Coaching
Conflict Resolution
Workplace Transition
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in counselling and life coaching.
- Our approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy with Vision-to-Action planning.
- We specialize in supporting professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs.
- Our team holds leadership roles in recognized professional organizations.
- We provide tailored solutions for family enterprise dynamics and workplace transitions.
Associations and certifications
- Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)
- Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA)
What people say
Warm and compassionate
Practical approach
Best counsellor
Effective conflict resolution
Trusted advisor
Services
Counselling
Counselling services focus on resolving personal and interpersonal issues through a safe, confidential setting. Clients explore ingrained beliefs, emotional patterns, and life transitions using systems theory and Vision-to-Action planning. This approach helps individuals achieve clarity, improve self-esteem, and develop actionable strategies for lasting change.
Life Coaching
Life coaching empowers clients to enhance their quality of life by setting and achieving whole-life goals. Using a Co-Active Interaction Style, sessions chart step-by-step plans to address career changes, educational pursuits, or personal growth. The process emphasizes confidence-building and practical solutions for transformative results.
Divorce Coaching
Divorce coaching guides individuals through emotional and legal transitions during separation. Services include emotional processing, parenting plan development, and preparation for legal proceedings. The focus is on reducing conflict, clarifying priorities, and fostering a positive transition back to single life through structured support.
Conflict Resolution
Conflict resolution addresses workplace and personal disputes through improved communication and negotiation strategies. Sessions focus on cultural sensitivity, team dynamics, and practical solutions to restore productivity and mutual respect in professional environments while preventing escalation.
Workplace Transition
Workplace transition services help organizations manage employee mental health and productivity challenges. Solutions include stress management, burnout prevention, and strategies to maintain healthy, productive teams in small business environments through tailored counselling interventions.
People
Claire Sutton
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Claire Sutton is a solution-focused therapist with 30+ years of experience in counselling psychology. She specializes in life transitions, divorce coaching, and workplace conflict resolution. Her background in business and mental health provides unique insights for professionals and entrepreneurs.
Questions
What types of services does Claire Sutton offer?
Claire provides counselling, life coaching, divorce coaching, conflict resolution, and workplace transition services tailored to individual and professional needs.
Are counselling sessions covered by insurance?
Extended health benefits may cover Registered Clinical Counsellor services. Clients should verify coverage with their provider or HR department.
Can I access services remotely?
Yes, virtual and telephone sessions are available for clients outside Vancouver or those preferring remote options.
What experience does Claire have with workplace issues?
Claire has 30+ years of experience addressing workplace stress, conflict resolution, and employee productivity challenges, particularly in small business environments.
How does divorce coaching differ from legal representation?
Divorce coaching focuses on emotional processing and preparation for legal steps, while legal representation handles the formal proceedings and documentation.
What areas do you serve?
Claire primarily serves Vancouver, BC, with online services available for clients across Canada and internationally.
