Rachael Radford

Do you feel stuck or unable to move on from your past? Perhaps you notice patterns in your relationships or behaviour that feel impossible to change. Are you coping in ways that are no longer serving you? 

Painful experiences can often lead to feeling lost and disconnected, which can impact on how we feel about ourselves, our relationships and the world around us. This can often mean that we cope in ways that might feel good in the moment but are harmful to us and others, like addiction (alcohol, drugs, gambling, porn), avoidance, people pleasing, self sabotage and compulsive behaviour.

Shame or fear might be getting in the way of you asking for what you need, creating boundaries and telling people how you feel, which might lead to more stuckness. We all get stuck at times, that's very human! And we all need to feel seen, heard and understood.

I primarily work the impact of Trauma, helping to make the really hard stuff easier to sit with and holding a space to process memories, thoughts and feelings as well as finding new ways of coping. I'm all about being human and genuine, as well as safe and ethical. Trauma is going through very stressful, frightening or distressing events that overwhelm our mind and body; it's important to remember that we all handle traumatic experiences differently. I work holistically (a whole person approach) and integrate different ways of working depending on the individual. I offer a safe space for you to explore your past, get curious about why you cope in the ways you do and find new ways forward. I'm all about being human and genuine, as well as safe and ethical.

Through my own experience of therapy, I have been given the space to be heard, process past traumas, and find ways to unstick myself, which at times has been really hard. I know how transformative therapy can be - with a lot of hard work, frustration, tears and even laughter along the way. I offer support and encouragement in a compassionate and non-judgemental way. The process of therapy can lead to new perspectives and self-awareness, this can be both exciting and scary so it’s important that you feel listened to, respected and understood. 

Getting Started:

It can take a lot of courage to ask for help so I will do what I can to help you to feel comfortable and answer any questions you have. Working together, we can explore where you are now and where you would like to get to.

My clients have often said that counselling helped them to untangle their thoughts and feelings so that they were able to live healthier and happier lives - I feel privileged to be a part of my client's lives in this way, witnessing times of darkness and light.

I offer a free no-obligation phone consultation, usually lasting around 15 minutes. This is an opportunity for me to get to know a little about you, and you can ask any questions you have so that we can decide if we'd like to work together. 

Adverse Childhood Experiences 

Personal Development 

I charge £55 per 50 minute session, via bacs or cash, with a 24hr cancellation policy. I also offer longer sessions (at an increased fee) if needed. I don't believe that one size fits all, so the way I work reflects this.

I have limited availability for reduced rate sessions. 

At the centre of the work I do with every client, is the relationship we build together. I believe that safety, respect and compassion are the most important things I can offer to my clients, and that everyone will experience those things in different ways. It's part of my responsibility to you, to get to know you as an individual and treat you as such.