About me
Hello, I am Rachel, an integrative, person‑centred counsellor. Based in North Tyneside I offer a calm, respectful space for adults who want to explore their experiences without judgement or pressure.
I work with many neurodivergent clients and people within LGBTQA+ communities, and I aim to create a space where you don’t have to mask, minimise, or explain who you are. Working in a trauma informed way, I welome all adults who would like to explore issues that are disrupting their lives, either in the present, or from their past.
My practice is neurodiversity‑affirming, which means I recognise and value different ways of thinking, feeling, and processing the world. I adapt the counselling environment to suit your needs — whether that’s clear structure, flexibility, sensory considerations, or simply having permission to show up exactly as you are. You set the pace, and together we shape a way of working that feels safe and manageable for you.
I am also trauma‑informed, paying close attention to safety, choice, and collaboration throughout our work. I understand how trauma can affect the body, emotions, relationships, and sense of self, and I support you to build stability and grounding before exploring anything that feels tender or overwhelming.
As an integrative counsellor, I draw from person‑centred therapy alongside other approaches to support you in reconnecting with your strengths, autonomy, and inner resources. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, burnout, overwhelm, identity questions, relationship patterns, or the ongoing impact of past experiences, I offer a steady, compassionate presence.
I offer in‑person sessions in a quiet, comfortable setting in North Tyneside, as well as online sessions for those who prefer to work from home.
Training, qualifications & experience
- I hold an advanced diploma in therapeutic counselling
- I work with a range of clients 16+
- I am an experienced teacher and hold a Bachelor's in Education Honors Degree.
- I am a member of the BACP (MBACP)
- I have training in online and telephone counselling as an additional
- Fully up to date Enhanced DBS
- OU Understanding Autism Course
- OU Trauma Informed Counselling
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£45.00 - £50.00
Free initial telephone or online session
Further information
I have an accessible property with off street parking and flat paths and entrance.
I have a counselling room, and W/C at the front of my property - you will not be walking through my home but will be in a comfortable space.
I offer face to face, online and telephone counselling
