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Rachel Hamilton, BACP

Rachel Hamilton offers person-centred, integrative counselling that puts the client's needs at the centre of each session.

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About Rachel

Rachel Hamilton offers person-centred, integrative counselling that puts the client's needs at the centre of each session. She creates a calm space to talk, think and make sense of difficult feelings. Rachel uses simple, straightforward language and aims to make the first steps easier for people who feel daunted by starting therapy.

Rachel tailors sessions to each person's pace and goals. She works in a non-directive way so clients lead the conversation while she listens and reflects.

Background and approach

Practical topics she supports include stress, anxiety, depression, grief and relationship issues, along with struggles around self-esteem and life changes. She has experience supporting people affected by trauma, emotional abuse, domestic violence and sexual violence from volunteer work with victim support groups. That background informs how she approaches safety and pacing in sessions and how she responds to trauma-related concerns.

Rachel combines person-centred principles with approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy when useful. This means sessions can focus on values and acceptance, or on practical strategies to manage thoughts and feelings, depending on what suits the client.

She holds a COSCA-accredited Diploma in Counselling and a COSCA Certificate in Counselling, and is registered with the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, BACP. Rachel works from the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English, including online formats to fit different schedules.

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BACP 399666 January 2027

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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How therapeutic approaches work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them, then choose actions that align with their values. It can help with anxiety, depression and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in relationships and how early attachments shape current reactions; it is useful for intimacy-related concerns and relationship difficulties. Client-Centred Therapy puts the person at the heart of sessions, emphasising listening, empathy and the client's own pace so they can explore what matters most.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with each client and decide together which methods fit best with goals and preferences. That collaborative choice can change over time as needs shift and progress is made.

Online therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to make counselling flexible. Video calls are helpful when face-to-face style contact matters. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone needs a shorter check-in. Live chat and messaging suit people who prefer typed conversation or want to fit sessions into a busy day. These options make it simpler to keep therapy going around work, travel or family commitments.

Frequently asked

What kinds of concerns can be addressed here?

Rachel supports a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe the therapeutic style?

The approach is person-centred and integrative, non-directive in style, with the therapist listening, reflecting and adapting methods to suit each person's needs.

What relevant experience does the therapist have?

Rachel has five years' experience and volunteer experience with victim support organisations, working with people affected by trauma, emotional abuse and domestic and sexual violence.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds a COSCA-accredited Diploma in Counselling and a COSCA Certificate, and is a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). She practises in the United Kingdom.

Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and Rachel accepts international clients.

Which session formats are offered?

Therapy can be done by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and routines.

How is pricing handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working with Rachel?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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