Rachel McLaughlin

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BSc, MSc, BABCP accredited
Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B72

About me

By being on this website, you have taken the first step in accessing support, which is often the hardest. If you find yourself struggling with overwhelm, overthinking, and difficult emotions; then you are in the right place. None of us were born with a manual on how to navigate this life & sometimes when things get difficult, our mind can give us a hard time.

Quite often, we find ourselves stuck in patterns of thinking or behaviour that we don't want and recognise as being unhelpful but are unsure how to change. Therapy can help you understand your difficulties and involves us working together as a team to address and alter the patterns you'd like to change as well as working towards your goals.

As a therapist, I can provide a space to reflect together on your difficulties and provide evidence-based techniques on how to manage them moving forward. I work holistically and adapt my approach based on the client I have in front of me.

When experiencing a number of difficult life experiences a few years ago, I found myself in a pit of anxiety and accessed CBT and ACT which helped me get through. I can appreciate how scary it might feel to reach out for support from a complete stranger. If you would like to see if we will be a good fit to work together, email me to arrange a free 20 minute consultation!

Training, qualifications & experience

I am a qualified and accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and utilise different approaches in my work based around your needs and preferences. This may include, but is not limited to Compassion-Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Qualifications

- Postgraduate Diploma High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy 

- MSc Clinical Applications of Psychology

- BSc Psychology  

I have worked in various roles within the health and social care sector for the past 13 years. I have been lucky enough to work with many clients during this time and support those struggling with: 

- Addiction (alcohol, illicit substances, prescribed medication, gambling) 

- Eating disorders

- Body dysmorphia 

and working closely with:

- Family members affected by a loved one’s addiction 

- Children and young people experiencing mental health difficulties 

- Mothers experiencing postnatal mental health difficulties 

- Late diagnosed adults with ASD/ADHD

More recently, I have worked with young people (11+) and adults within IAPT services offering cognitive behavioural therapy. 

Member organisations

BABCP
British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)

The BABCP is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the UK. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the practice, theory or development of CBT. BABCP also provides accreditation for CBT therapists. BABCP accredited members adhere to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics in the Practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and are willing to be scrutinised in this adherence as required.

Accredited register membership

British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies
Accredited Register Scheme

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.

British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

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Fees

£70.00 per session

Health Insurance/EAP

  • Axa Health
  • WPA
  • Aviva

Additional information

Sessions are generally 50 minutes long however, I can offer shorter or longer sessions to suit your needs. 

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

Current availability: 

F2F: Sunday AM

Online: Thursday PM, Friday AM, Sunday AM

I do operate a waiting list or can recommend other local practitioners who may be able to support if I'm unable to. Please get in touch to discuss. 

Further information

Please note: 

I respond to every enquiry. Sometimes my reply may go into your junk/spam folders. If you do not receive a response from me, please check there. 

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B72

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Organisations
Employee Assistance Programme

Key details

DBS check

In England and Wales, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS, formerly known as CRB) carry out criminal records checks for individuals working with vulnerable groups, such as children. To find out more, visit gov.uk , or contact this professional directly

Unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. The therapy room is located on third floor, only accessed by stairs.

Online platforms

Google Meet

Social

Rachel McLaughlin
Rachel McLaughlin