Rachel Sheppard

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MNCPS Acc. MHS MFHT
Reading, Berkshire, RG31

About me

Welcome to Minds & Soles

If you're reading this, chances are you're looking for support and a space where you can talk openly about what's going on for you. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally drained or disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you're struggling with self-doubt, finding relationships challenging, carrying the impact of loss or life changes, or wondering why you no longer feel like yourself. Imagine feeling more emotionally balanced, more connected to yourself, and able to trust your own thoughts, feelings and decisions with greater confidence.

Whatever you're facing, I offer safe and confidential counselling and hypnotherapy, either online or in person in my private therapy room. My role is to help you better understand yourself, work through the challenges you're facing, and reconnect with your inner strengths and values to help you move forward with greater self-awareness, self-trust and emotional wellbeing. Together, we can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences at a pace that feels right for you, creating space for insight, personal discovery, healing and meaningful change.

I walk alongside clients with empathy, curiosity and professional support, offering a safe space to explore anxiety, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, low confidence and issues relating to self-esteem or self-worth. I also support those living with fears and phobias, and hold a gentle, compassionate space for those navigating bereavement and loss. In particular I work with women at all stages of the menopause, helping them make sense of the physical and emotional changes they may be experiencing while reconnecting with their identity, confidence and sense of self.

Alongside counselling and hypnotherapy, I am also a qualified Reflexologist. For those who wish to take a more holistic approach, reflexology can be offered as a complementary therapy to encourage relaxation and support overall wellbeing.

Taking the first step can often feel difficult, but it can also be the beginning of a more connected and fulfilling relationship with yourself. If you're considering therapy, I'd be happy to discuss how we might work together.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice (NCPS Accredited Registrant)
  • Diploma in Counselling Skills and Theory (NCPS Accredited Registrant)
  • Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills (Registrant Member of the National Hypnotherapy Society)
  • Diploma in Reflexology (Member of Federation of Holistic Therapists)
  • MHFA England - Mental Health First Aider
  • Diploma in Inner Child Hypnosis Healing
  • HypnoMenopause Practitioner

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

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NCPS
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

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Accredited register membership

National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
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National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society

Areas of counselling I deal with

Fees

£45.00 - £60.00

Additional information

Counselling or Hypnotherapy - £60.00 each 1 hour session

Reflexology - £45.00 each 45 minute session

All new clients receive a free 15 minute initial consultation phone call to assess needs and suitability for both client and therapist

When I work

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Early morning appointments available from 8am; evening appointments up to 8pm

Reading, Berkshire, RG31

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

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Unfortunately access to my therapy room requires a step up and is not suitable for wheelchairs. There are also no bathroom facilities on site.

Online platforms

Microsoft Teams
Whatsapp

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Rachel Sheppard
Rachel Sheppard