Do you give yourself a hard time? Are you Autistic? ADHD? LGBTQIA? Have low self-esteem, depression, anxiety? I offer you a warm, accepting listening space to work through your experience. Adults of all ages welcome. Its really important that you feel comfortable working with me so if you would like a free 15-minute zoom chat to see if you'd like to work with me, please get in touch. You can book an appointment online at https://takingcarecounselling.selectandbook.com
About me and my practice
Hi, Im Rachel. I have ADHD and have experience of supporting autistic individuals. I appreciate how difficult it can feel to take that first step to seek support. So I would like to offer you a space to be truly heard.
Its really important to find the right counsellor that you can connect with so that you can freely express yourself and get the most from therapy, so I offer a free 15-minute Zoom chat so you can decide if you would like to work with me.
I work with individuals aged 18+ from diverse backgrounds, on a wide range of topics such as ADHD, Autism, LGBTQIA, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, self-harm, life changes, and harmful relationships.
I want you to feel comfortable to talk about any topic with me: if its important to you it is important.
I firmly believe that you know yourself best and I hope to facilitate a way for you to explore your own thoughts, to enable you to bring about any changes you might be looking for.
Whatever your situation I hope to offer you warm, professional and empathic counselling without judgement.
Experience
I have experience of working with a wide range of different issues through Mid-Kent MIND, such as ADHD, Autism, parenting neurodivergent children, abandonment, self-esteem, narcissistic relationships, depression, anxiety, people-pleasers, and self-identity.
I currently work with students from Rose Bruford College alongside my private clients, working through neurodivergent issues, relationships, self-esteem, depression and anxiety.
My HR background has also provided me with experience and understanding of a range of complex mental health conditions, long-term absence from work, bullying, harassment, PTSD, Autism, ADHD, work-related stress, LGBTQIA issues, and the importance of truly listening to and understanding an individuals lived experience.
Qualifications
Level 4 Diploma in Person Centred (Humanistic) Therapeutic Counselling - CPACAB
BSc (hons) in Psychology
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Theory - CPCAB
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills - CPCAB
Additional Information
What can counselling do for you?
As a Person-Centred humanistic counsellor I believe that everyone has the capacity to grow and manifest positive change, given the right conditions which can be provided through therapy.
I provide both short-term counselling for 6 sessions, and long-term counselling with a review every 6 sessions to ensure you are getting what you need.
I aim to respond to new client enquiries within 48 hours.
Professional Membership
Registered MBACP, Associate CIPD
Professional Register
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Verified by Counsellingo on Saturday, 21 October 2023
Initial Consultation
This session provides an opportunity to explore your current situation, what you hope to work on, and your expectations of counselling. I will tell you about myself and how I work.
If you then feel that we are a good fit and you would like to work with me, we can then arrange our first full session together.
In the first full session we will talk through a working agreement and carry out an assessment of your needs.
Fees
15-minute enquiry consultation is free
£50-55 for first (assessment)session lasting 1 hour
Subsequent sessions lasting 50 minutes:
£50 per daytime session (finishing before 6pm)
£55 per evening session (after 6pm)
When I Work
I currently see clients Monday to Friday, 10am to 8pm, either online, or face to face in Gillingham,Kent, ME7.
For my current availability please visit my online booking system at https://taking-care-counselling.selectandbook.com
Therapeutic Approach
Humanistic, Person-Centred
Video Platforms
Zoom
Pronouns
She/Her
Area
Kent
