Rachel Woodley

Life happens, and the majority of the time we seem to find a way to "happen" with it. We find a way to navigate through the motions of "doing" and get to a place of "being". Being excited, being present, being happy - but sometimes along the way it can get confusing, blurry and we can feel a bit lost. 

As a certified counsellor, I work with you through the confusion, to get to a place of clarity. I explore the past and present with you using an integrated therapeutic approach - blending the different skills I've learnt in practice to assist you with where you are right now.

Many therapists talk about the varying styles of therapy and how they work; I believe that most clients want help, and trust, as a therapist, I will do what it takes professionally to help them. Some clients want to know the therapeutic approaches used - I combine Person-centred, Psychodynamic, Transactional Analysis in a way that meets you where you are and allows you to feel supported through your presenting issues.  

I work with a range of issues because, well, life happens!  Anxiety, depression, relationships, parenting, divorce, low mood, self-confidence, childhood trauma, sexual abuse, stress - Life. 

Having trained in psychology, and then counselling and coaching, I have a well-studied approach to therapeutic exploration. I have experience in both the NHS and prison services as well as children's therapy and private practice.

In sessions with me, I believe that the client is the expert and with guidance can reach a place of understanding, ready to navigate the next chapter of life. I'm excited to work with you and travel this section of life with you while needed. 

£65-95 per hour.