- EMDR and talking therapy
- Person-centred approach
- BACP registered
About Rachel
Rachel Florence is a psychotherapist who works with people dealing with the fallout from past trauma and ongoing stress. She uses talking therapy alongside EMDR to support recovery from childhood trauma, PTSD and complex PTSD. Rachel also has experience supporting autistic clients and men who are coping with these issues.
Rachel works in a practical, person-centred way. She pays attention to how someone experiences relationships and closeness, and uses that to guide sessions. Conversations focus on what feels hardest right now and on small changes that can make daily life easier.
Her background includes three years in clinical practice and registration with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. That experience has involved addressing grief, anxiety, depression, addiction and sleep difficulties as well as relationship and intimacy-related struggles.
Sessions aim to help people process traumatic memories and reduce overwhelming reactions. Rachel blends approaches so that sessions can include emotion-focused work, exploration of attachment patterns, or the structured processing element that EMDR offers when appropriate.
People who come to Rachel often need a steady, practical helper who will listen and respond to what matters to them. The focus is on clear steps and steady progress rather than on technical jargon. If you are unsure whether this is the right fit, the initial steps allow you to find out and decide.
How attachment, emotion work and EMDR can be offered online
Rachel commonly draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships shape responses to stress and closeness. This approach helps when patterns of avoidance, codependency or difficulty trusting others are getting in the way of relationships.She also uses emotionally-focused ideas to help people name and sit with strong feelings. That kind of work aims to improve communication and deepen understanding of what drives arguments, withdrawal or intimacy problems.
EMDR is offered as part of the therapeutic mix to help process traumatic memories that continue to cause distress. In sessions it involves guided attention and focused memory work to reduce intensity and help memories feel less overwhelming.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Rachel works collaboratively to decide whether talking, emotion-focused work or EMDR best meets a person's needs, goals and preferences. This conversation happens early and can be adjusted as therapy progresses.
If you are considering online therapy, check the available session options before booking. Confirming formats helps make practical choices about timing and how you want to work. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around daily life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when days are busy. Registered or accredited professionals can help tailor session length and pacing to suit your schedule and the issues you want to tackle.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Rachel work with?
She supports people coping with trauma, PTSD and complex PTSD, plus concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, stress, sleep difficulties, addictions and relationship or intimacy-related issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centred and practical. Sessions focus on what feels most difficult and on small, manageable steps that can improve day-to-day life.
What is her professional background?
She has three years of clinical experience working with trauma and related concerns, and she combines talking therapy with EMDR when appropriate.
Where is Rachel based and what credential does she hold?
She is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.