Rachel Pitkin

Name: Rachel Pitkin
Address: Folkestone, Kent, CT20, GB
Price range: £60.00 per session

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Folkestone, Kent, CT20

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About me

Hi, I'm Rachel.

I offer a safe, warm and compassionate space for you to let go of things you may have been holding inside for some time. I hear you, and see you. I know that it's hard to reach out and take that first step.

People come to counselling for lots of different reasons. I believe that it is truly for anyone. We all have struggles that we perhaps have been keeping inside, as we don’t want to burden other people with them, and it is now all becoming a bit too much.

You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure.

We will work together to explore what is going on for you, we can set goals for the work if you feel this would be helpful.

How would it feel to let go of some of these feelings? I will provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to feel truly heard and seen.

Are you someone who wants to explore their boundaries with others or you could be working through relationship or family challenges? Perhaps you are experiencing burnout or stress.

Are you navigating loss or change. You could be wanting to heal from past experiences or maybe wanting to feel like yourself again or to work out who you are.

These are just some of the reasons why you might reach out to me. If you’re seeking change in your life and looking for compassionate support through the process, I’m here to help.

I have worked with clients who have navigated lots of different challenges these include:

Neurodivergence I have worked with many clients who are Autistic, ADHD or AuADHD. This includes the use of masking and its impact.
Suidical ideation & self harm
Low self esteem & low mood
Over thinking & negative thoughts, unhelpful thought patterns.
Anxiety & depression
Loss
Parental relationships/ family dynamics
Relationships
Sense of self, learning to feel comfortable with who you are.
Past traumatic events (and current ones)
The future
Emotional regulation & ways of coping
Speech impediments
Feelings of overwhelm
Feelings of hopelessness, or feeling trapped

I support those facing any of these challenges, providing a safe space to heal, grow, and find new paths forward.

About Me

I’m an Integrative Humanistic Therapist based in Folkestone working within the Person-Centred framework. Essentially this means that I support clients to take steps towards living more freely and authentically, I believe that all individuals are unique.

I believe that the success of therapy comes from the quality of the relationship between therapist and client. I offer a warm, empathetic, and nurturing environment where you can grow at your own pace. Together, we can find a way forward that feels right for you.

The way I work:

Collaborative & Relational: We work together as equals, building a trusting partnership.
Deepening Self-Awareness: We’ll explore your thoughts, feelings, and any patterns to encourage meaningful changes.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Thinking about therapy is a brave and big step. It is ok to feel nervous or unsure about asking for help. I understand- I have been in your shoes.

I offer a free 15 minute introductory meeting to see if we would be a good fit, so please get in touch.

Please reach out via email. I look forward to making a connection with you.

Training, qualifications & experience

Experience

I have extensive experience working with young adults who are neurodivergent, and also those with learning difficulties.

I have worked with people with dyslexia, dyspraxia, global developmental delay etc.

I have worked in education for the past 20 years.

Qualifications:

Level 5 Diploma in Integrative Humanistic Counselling (Long Valley Therapy Training)
Level 3 Qualification in Counselling Skills (Long Valley Therapy Training)
Level 2 Qualification in Understanding Autism (East Kent College)