Helping you move forward with clarity and confidence
Hello, I'm Claire
...So, what has brought me to this point in my life?
After modelling for 20 years, running my own Model Agency, an Equestrian Livery Yard, and then an Events Venue in my own historic home Barlaston Hall, I found myself separated after a 23-year marriage, with 3 children and a fire in my belly to help people...
Divorce & Breakup Coach in Cirencester and The Cotswolds
Having successfully navigated my way through my own breakup, I decided that I wanted to help others do the same, so I qualified as a Sara Davison Accredited Divorce & Breakup Coach.
If you’re struggling to cope with your breakup, I can help you to:
Dial down negative emotions
Banish heartbreak
Navigate the divorce process
Organise co-parenting and support for your kids
Manage conflict
Let go of your ex and move on
Create a future you’re excited to live!
Customer Testimonials
Claire Gilchrist is the divorce coach who brings Cotswolds calm to even the wildest emotional storms. She’s the person you want in your corner when life flips the table, the papers hit the fan, and you’re suddenly Googling “Is it normal to feel ALL the feelings at once?” On The Big D with Ateh & Buzzy, we love people who bring honesty, heart and humour to the hard stuff, and that’s Claire to a T. She mixes compassion with straight-talking clarity, helping you cut through the noise, the drama, and the WhatsApp essays so you can actually breathe again. Think: less overwhelm, more “I’ve got this.”
Claire supports people at every stage of the divorce journey, whether you’re standing at the edge thinking “Is this really happening?” or already deep in co-parenting negotiations with someone who suddenly can’t remember what time school starts. She helps you make decisions you’ll be proud of, protect your peace, and build a future that feels grounded, empowering, and totally yours. With her blend of emotional intelligence, practical tools, and unwavering calm, Claire is basically the Cotswolds’ answer to a weighted blanket, a strategy coach, and that friend who gently takes your phone away when you’re about to send that text.
Claire’s mission? To help you move through divorce with dignity, confidence, and hope, and maybe even rediscover a bit of joy along the way. But... this is a new you, am I right? Take us back to where the last chapter ended...
Ateh Jewel & Buzzy Randall, November 2025
I met Claire during a particularly challenging period following the end of my 12-year relationship. From our first conversation, I immediately felt at ease with her. Claire created a safe, supportive space that allowed me to explore and better understand my thoughts and emotions. Claire helped me process my feelings with clarity and provided practical, achievable steps to support my personal growth and healing journey. I would highly recommend Claire’s coaching sessions to anyone seeking guidance, clarity, and positive change.
Laura, October 2025
If you would like to explore how I can help you too, please do get in touch.