Rachael Elliott
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About me
Do you suffer with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), stress, depression, low self esteem, low mood, emetophobia or panic? Are you overwhelmed with worry or negative thinking? Have you suffered trauma or loss? Sadly, these issues are all too common, but with the right help and experience they can be overcome.
I have spent years working successfully with a range of clients on these and many other issues. Using a range of tools and techniques, I help clients to gain greater insights into themselves along with an understanding of the potential cause(s) of their problems before moving on to address symptoms and impact using tried and tested, practical tools.
I work with private clients on Mondays and Wednesdays during the day and offer some early evening sessions Monday to Wednesday. In addition to working privately, I also work with Police Officers on issues such as trauma, PTSD, relationships, anxiety, stress and confidence, specialising in the 'Rewind' Trauma technique.
My Approach
I am an Integrative therapist, which is a combined approach to psychotherapy that brings together different elements of specific therapies based on the view that there is no single approach that can treat every client in all situations. Having initially qualified in Person Centred Therapy, I have since undertaken regular training and development in areas such as CBT, Psychodynamic approaches and Neuro Linguistic Programming. I am also a fully qualified hypnotherapist and offer the specialist trauma intervention, 'Rewind'. By drawing on tools and techniques from a range of approaches, my clients are able to explore and address their problems, difficult feelings and past experiences in a non-judgemental, safe and confidential environment.
I am used to working both short term (8-12 sessions) and longer term where there is greater complexity or changing circumstances.
Please note I am unable to deal with the following issues: Adoption and Anorexia Nervosa (AN). Clients seeking support for either of these issues should search CD for counsellors who have specialist training in these areas and in the case of AN, should also speak to their GP.
My Experience
I am a fully qualified Counsellor (since 2013), Hypnotherapist and mental health first aider, with extensive experience of working with individuals (not couples) aged 18+ on a range of issues. I also hold a Level 3 Diploma in Addiction Therapy.
Prior to qualifying as a counsellor, I held several leadership roles in various organisations until a health issue forced me to rethink my priorities. I therefore have a deep understanding and appreciation for both the distress brought about by illness, along with the challenges presented by the workplace and the impact on our mental health. I have extensive coaching experience and am particularly adept at helping people to achieve their personal and career potential.
Venue
My counselling practice is based in Methley, LS26.
Training, qualifications & experience
My qualifications are:
- ABC Level 4 Diploma in Counselling Theory and Skills, Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy;
- Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy;
- Diploma in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP);
- Level 3 Diploma in Addiction;
- Level 3 Certificate in Transactional Analysis;
- TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism (RQF);
- NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace;
- I also achieved a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) and offer coaching to under/post graduate students.
I have undertaken training in the following areas:
- International Association for Rewind Trauma Therapy (IARTT) - Rewind Technique (specialist trauma intervention);
- Treating Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) (CBT);
- Treating Panic Disorders and Panic Attacks (CBT);
- Treating Health Anxiety (CBT);
- Treating Social Anxiety (CBT);
- Treating Perfectionism (CBT);
- Treating Depression (CBT);
- Treating Anger (CBT);
- Treating Low Self Esteem (CBT);
- Understanding and Treating Bipolar Disorder (CBT);
- Treating Insomnia (CBT-i);
- Treating Alcohol Abuse (CBT);
- Working with Imposter Syndrome (CBT);
- Treating Complicated Grief, Bereavement and Loss (CBT);
- Working with survivors of rape and sexual assault;
- Child Sexual Abuse 'Hope for Healing';
- Working with suicidal clients;
- Working with Narcissism;
- Eating Disorders (Overview);
- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Level 1;
- Inner Child Therapy;
- Working Creatively with Clients;
- How to do Counselling Online: A Coronavirus Primer (BACP/OU);
- Existential Issues in Counselling.
Professional Membership:
MBACP - I am a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and am therefore bound by their Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
I have full professional indemnity insurance and an up to date enhanced CRB check.
Member organisations
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Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Fees
£55.00 per session
Additional information
Initial assessment/chemistry session: £40
Counselling session: £55
Rewind session: £75 (note, this can often be completed within 1-2 sessions)
Hypnotherapy session: £75
All sessions last around 50 minutes.
*I offer up to two free Rewind sessions to serving or retired military personnel.
When I work
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I offer early evening appointments Monday through Wednesday (5.15pm) or Mondays and Wednesdays during the day.
