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About Me
Hello,
My name is Rachel and welcome to Everlight Psychology.
I am a fully qualified BACP registered counsellor, graduate member of the BPS and have studied psychology all my adult life. I have experience counselling both adults and young people and felt called to share my love for all things psychology and counselling!
I am passionate about helping people using psychology, whether that is through counselling sessions or supporting individuals through their psychology career.
I also have a passion for art, creativity and spirituality and I enjoy integrating these tools within my sessions to help individuals explore their thoughts and feelings more creatively.
I also appreciate the value of nature therefore my counselling space is based in the countryside with views of open fields.
My Personal Story
From a young age, I have always been a quiet, creative and highly-sensitive person. I often felt different from others and struggled to find my place in the world, I was later diagnosed autistic as an adult. I had my first experience of counselling when I was a teenager and this led me to find a passion for psychology and counselling.
After completing my qualifications and working as a counsellor, I suddenly lost my mother when I was 21, who I was incredibly close to. The grief that followed has hugely impacted my life, however it also led me to find a passion for helping others experiencing bereavement.
Following this, I was accepted first time to the Doctorate in Counselling Psychology to complete my training as a psychologist. Sadly, I had to put this dream on pause, however I still aspire to become a psychologist but this path may look a little different now!
My Qualifications
Psychology
BA (Hons) Psychology & Counselling - First Class
Counselling
Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Diploma in Counselling Children & Adolescents, Level 4 Diploma in Counselling, Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Theory, Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Neuroscience
MSc Neuroscience - Distinction
