Rachel Lockwood, BACP

Rachel Lockwood is a counsellor who places the person at the centre of the therapeutic process, allowing clients to move at a pace that feels right for them. She works integratively, drawing on a range of counselling models to tailor support to each individual or couple. Rachel sees individuals aged 12 and over and couples aged 18 and over, aiming to create a non-judgemental therapeutic relationship where people can feel comfortable to be themselves and voice things they may have kept quiet.

Her experience spans different settings and has included work using systemic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural therapy, solution-focused, narrative and psychosexual approaches. She has supported people with issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, bereavement and sexual dysfunction, and listens without judgement to whatever a client brings to the room.

Rachel brings a genuine, understanding and empathic style to her practice and views it as a privilege to be part of each person's journey. She believes the therapeutic process is unique to every client and can offer meaningful change, and she welcomes enquiries from anyone who thinks she may be able to help. Rachel also holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects her commitment to recognised professional standards.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Rachel draws on several evidence-informed approaches to tailor work to each person's needs. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns shape current ways of relating and can be particularly helpful for people dealing with abandonment, attachment issues, intimacy concerns or ongoing relationship struggles. Client-Centered Therapy emphasises empathy, acceptance and a non-directive stance from the therapist, supporting clients who are exploring self-esteem, life transitions or grief by providing a safe space to be heard. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, offering practical strategies that can assist with anxiety, low mood, sleep difficulties and behavioural patterns related to addictions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Rachel works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods suit their goals, preferences and circumstances. She adapts her style over time as needs evolve so that therapy remains relevant and effective for each person.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to access support from different locations. These formats offer flexibility in scheduling and allow therapists and registered professionals to work with clients in ways that suit their comfort and daily routines.