Hi, I’m Rachel (she/her)
I'm a nature-loving counsellor near Frome, Somerset, and I work with people who feel overwhelmed by their thoughts and emotions.
A busy mind can be exhausting. Therapy is a chance to slow down and reconnect with what actually matters to you.
My journey & approach
I've had my own therapy, and I've seen what it means to have someone listen properly, without judging you. That's a big part of why I do this work. I don't think you need fixing. I think you need space, and someone alongside you while you work out what's going on.
In our sessions you'll get a warm, safe space to be yourself. We'll look at what's happening for you now, how the past shows up in it, and work through the harder feelings as they come. My approach is humanistic and integrative, so I tailor things to you. That might be talking, breathwork or body-based tools, whatever helps you feel more grounded and present. You don't have to carry it all alone.
Training & Qualifications
Fully qualified integrative therapist, with a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), MBACP
I follow the BACP's ethical framework and have regular supervision of my work
I keep learning through regular CPD (continuing professional development)
Most recently: a certificate in working with complex trauma (2024) and in body psychotherapy (2025)
Studying a L5 Diploma in depth psychotherapy and the transpersonal between October 2026 - October 2027
What therapy with me is like
Therapy with me isn't only about understanding your thoughts and feelings. It's also about finding ways to live that feel calmer and more like you. Over time you may find you handle life's challenges with a bit more ease, confidence and self-compassion.
Why I offer a free intro call
The relationship between us matters more than almost anything else in therapy. So before we commit to anything, I offer a free 20-minute call. You can ask me whatever you like, tell me what's on your mind, and get a feel for what working with me would be like. If it's not right, that's completely fine.
Next step
Ready to give it a go?