ONLINE & IN-PERSON TALKING THERAPY

to help your journey to wellness

SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE, UK

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Friendly, welcoming female counsellor

I'm committed to your well-being

Hi. I’m really glad you’re here.

Reaching out for counselling can feel like a big step- sometimes even finding the right words to begin can be hard. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, low in mood, navigating change or simply sensing that something isn’t right, you don’t have to go through it alone.

My practise offers you a warm, confidential, caring space where you can slow down, let go and begin to explore what’s going on for you.

If you’re wanting to-

Increase your self-esteem and confidence through being in a space where you are allowed to be in tune with and embrace your authentic self

Calm and reduce your anxiety through being heard and validated

Boost your mood through having a non-judgemental person to help you understand the underlying causes and through being sensitively challenged to reframe negative thoughts and beliefs

Discover or rediscover you through having uninterrupted time, patience and an impartial listening ear

You’re in the right place….

I will be by your side, as we work together, at your own pace, to ease the stress, build confidence and help you lead a more contented life.

WORK WITH ME
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rachel

REGISTERED QUALIFIED COUNSELLOR

I'm Rachel, a qualified counsellor working online UK-wide and face to face in Chipping Sodbury, South Gloucestershire. Offering talking therapy to give you space and time, for understanding, processing and healing.

I have always been interested in people; listening to their stories and life experiences. Having worked with members of the community through my previous long career in social housing, I knew I wanted to use this interest and drive to help people to a really worthwhile profession and here I am! A qualified, registered, personable counsellor; a non-judgemental, empathic listener who wants the best for you.

For my own wellbeing and to stay grounded, I connect with others; spending time with good friends and family. I love being outside, in nature, walking my Goldendoodle Monty. I try my best to nourish and care for my body and mind through exercise, downtime and good food!

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Integrative
counselling

I believe that everyone has the ability to grow and make positive changes when they feel safe, supported and understood.

When you come to counselling with me, I will offer you a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard and accepted. My aim is to help you explore whatever is on your mind in a way that feels comfortable for you.

Everyone’s experiences are different, so I tailor my approach to meet your individual needs. Together, we will work in a way that feels right for you.

My practise is rooted in a person-centred approach. This means I believe you are the expert in your own life. Rather than telling you what to do, I will support you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences at your own pace. As we work together, you may begin to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and feel more confident in finding your own way forward.

Alongside this, I draw on psychodynamic thinking, which helps us explore how past experiences and important relationships may be influencing how you feel today. By understanding these patterns, it can become easier to make sense of your emotions, break unhelpful cycles and creating lasting positive change.

When it feels helpful, I also use psychoeducation. This involves sharing simple information about how the mind and body respond to things like stress, anxiety, trauma or difficult life experiences. Understanding why you feel the way you do can often reduce self-blame, increase self-compassion and help you develop practical ways of coping.

Above all, I believe that the relationship we build together is at the heart of counselling. My role is to provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. Together, we can work towards helping you understand yourself more deeply, build resilience and make meaningful changes that feel right for you.

WORK WITH ME

Sessions & Fees

Online — £55

Introductory 15 minute phone call- free.

Long-term and short-term sessions available.

Online sessions last 50 minutes and are held on Google Meet. You’ll need a device that has a camera and a safe, quiet, private space to speak from.

In person — £55

Introductory 15 minute phone call - free.

Long-term and short-term sessions available.

In person sessions last 50 minutes and are held in a comfortable and private therapy room in Chipping Sodbury.

  • "Since having counselling with Rachel, I have seen a massive difference in how I view situations and perspectives. She makes me feel heard, understood and never judged. I look forward each week to my session, as I always come out feeling lighter and less stressed. When talking, you can tell Rachel really does care and has a passion in helping others."

    — Client C

  • "I was very nervous taking my first steps into the therapy world, knowing I had nothing to lose and desperate for change in my life and not knowing if it would make any difference to my life or not but when you are desperate you will give anything a go. I'm happy to say I am glad I made those steps, as scared and nervous as I was, Rachel made me feel at ease from the moment we had our first conversation on the phone to our first face to face session. "

    — Client J

  • "Rachel is calm, understanding and makes me feel comfortable, she's a great listener. I like it that she remembers things that I have spoken about weeks ago. I always come away from our session feeling lighter and that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Eight weeks ago I didn't think I was good enough or feel important, to knowing I have purpose and that I am important. I genuinely look forward to a Tuesday when I get to offload in a safe space knowing I will step away feeling more positive for the week ahead. Thank you so much.

    — Client J (cntd)

  • "I felt at ease and able to talk about my issues. I felt supported. It was a safe space for me, as I find it difficult to talk to friends and family."

    — Client N

  • " Thank you got all your support and kindness. It has been invaluable."

    - Client S

  • “Even after only a few sessions with Rachel, I noticed such a positive difference in myself. She created a really safe and comfortable environment where I felt listened to and understood without judgement. Rachel is kind, patient and easy to talk to and I always left sessions feeling calmer and more able to process my thoughts and emotions. She helped me look at situations differently and gave me support during a difficult time in my life. I’m really grateful for her help and would definitely recommend her to anyone considering counselling. Thanks again for your support.”

    - Client K

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FAQ’S

  • You may not have been feeling yourself for a little, or a long while. Not knowing quite what is challenging or bothering you. You or a loved one may have experienced a traumatic life event and you would like a place just for you to process your emotions. You may be struggling with your usual daily activities and responsibilities or having physical symptoms of a mental health illness or stress.

  • I am an Integrative counsellor. This means I blend methods from both the person-centred and psychodynamic modalities of therapy. I have found, in my work so far, that this gives an array of options to use during the session to offer a holistic approach.

  • When you come for your first counselling session, we’ll start by talking about what has brought you to counselling right now and what you hope to achieve. We’ll go through the counselling agreement, which outlines how we will work together; if there is anything you would like to clarify or perhaps change, so that it fits well for you. We will start to get to know each other and build our therapeutic relationship.

  • Sessions are open-ended and you are welcome to come for as long as you are finding them helpful. Sessions are usually held weekly either online or in person. This helps us to build a solid, trusting therapeutic relationship which is essential for your development. If you require a different frequency of session, please feel free to speak with me about this.

    Therefore I would say there is not a definitive answer to this question.

  • You may know that counselling is working for you when you start noticing gradual shifts in how you think, feel and respond to challenges. You may become more self-aware, feel calmer or more hopeful. Your mood and relationships may improve too. We will check in regularly along the way to find out how you find your sessions are working for you.

  • Make contact with me by the method which suits you best: email, phone or through this website’s contact page. I will reply as soon as possible and book you in for an initial 15 minute free, no obligation phone call where we can discuss your needs and decide if we are a good fit to work together.

GET IN TOUCH

If you’re considering counselling, I offer a free 15 minute initial consultation via telephone so we can talk through what is bringing you to therapy and decide together if we’re a good fit for getting the best for you and your needs.

Please contact me whichever way suits you best.

Email: rachelbeesleycounselling@gmail.com

Call or Text: 07345159966 (please leave me a message or send me a text and I will get back to you)