Claire Newton

Claire Newton is qualified psychologist, speaker, trainer and coach. She holds a Masters Degree in Psychology, a Higher Diploma in Education, and a Certificate in Career and Executive Coaching. She is a member of the Health Professions Council of South Africa, the Durban Practicing Psychologists Group, Toastmasters International, and is the 2011 – 2012 President of the Durban Chapter of the Professional Speakers Association of South Africa (PSASA). Since joining Toastmasters in 2010, Claire has won no fewer than 15 awards – including Winner of her club’s Annual Impromptu Speaking Competition in 2011. Her memberships of Toastmasters and PSASA ensure that she stays up to date with professional speaking styles and trends. Her trademark speaking style is professional, light, engaging and warm. She is always deeply respectful towards each person present at every speaking engagement. As a psychologist, Claire runs a successful private practice, as well as consults to corporate companies, offering a variety of psycho-educational interventions. As a trainer, Claire runs her own courses in addition to facilitating for corporate clients. Her passion in all of this is what she calls “Personal Growth Work” – helping people to be authentic, find meaning, and live happier, more effective lives. She develops people’s YOU-Q!