About me
Hello, and welcome. My name is Rachel. I'm a qualified counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), offering person-centred therapy in a safe, supportive, and confidential space.
Reaching out for support can feel daunting, but it's a courageous first step toward change. I'm here when you're ready.
My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and genuine connection. I work in a trauma-informed way and have extensive experience supporting individuals affected by anxiety and depression, domestic abuse, financial crisis, as well as supporting families with young children through life's challenges. I understand how past experiences can shape the present, and I'm here to help you explore your feelings, rebuild confidence, and move toward healing at your own pace.
I'm passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives through counselling. Whether you're navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, or relationship challenges, I aim to walk alongside you offering support without judgment, providing you the space to be truly heard.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a proud member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Membership number: 01008607. Category: Individual Member.
Training:
- SEG ABC Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling 2025
- The Open University
- Certificate of Higher Education in Psychology.
- Introducing the social sciences 2014
- Investigating Psychology 1 2015.
- The science of the mind 2017.
- Counselling exploring fear and sadness 2017
- NCFE Cache Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills 2023
- NCFE Cache Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills 2022
- NCFE Cache Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health 2022
- NCFE Cache Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent 2023.
Experience:
Hopian - supporting adults, young people and children affected by Domestic Abuse and Child Sexual Exploitation in Rotherham.
Person Centred Counselling on a one-to-one basis with people referred to the charity directly affected by Domestic Abuse. Working within the framework of the Centre's Equal Opportunities Policy. Supporting individuals in their journey towards personal well-being and safety. Offering guidance on coping mechanisms and strategies for times of difficulty.
Homestart Family Support Early Years in Sheffield.
Supporting families to achieve goals relating to social, cultural, health, mental health, and/or financial needs.
Offering advice and emotional support. Cultivating positive, non-adversarial relationships with families, working together to build trust and foster a climate of mutual respect.
Using local services and specialist support, identifying community resources, including but not limited to legal support, transportation, and educational development.
Member organisations
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.
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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£40.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Further information
I offer counselling sessions online via Doxy or over the phone, giving you the flexibility to access support from a space that feels comfortable and private to you.
Online sessions are held through Doxy, a secure and confidential platform designed for therapeutic work. If you prefer, sessions can also take place over the phone. I take confidentiality seriously and ensure that all sessions are conducted in a safe, private setting.
If you feel unsure about using technology, I’m happy to support you in getting set up and feeling comfortable with the process. We can go at your pace, and I’ll do my best to make the experience as simple and accessible as possible.
