Supporting You Through Difficult Times
“Learning to bend in the wind, and not break.”
I offer a space to explore whatever is feeling difficult in your life, at a pace that feels right for you.
This can include anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship difficulties, addiction, identity, or feeling stuck or overwhelmed. We will work together to understand what’s going on for you in a way that feels safe and manageable.
My approach is integrative and relational, meaning I draw from different therapeutic methods depending on what best supports you, while keeping the focus on your experience as a whole person.
CHECKING IN
Do you feel like you’re carrying too much?
Sometimes life can feel heavy, like you’re holding more than you can manage on your own. It might show up as stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or just a quiet sense that things are not okay, even if you can’t fully explain why.
You don’t need to have the right words or a clear reason to reach out. Therapy can be a space to slow things down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and begin to feel a bit more supported and steady, without having to hold everything alone.
Learning To Bend In The Wind & Not Break
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HOW I CAN HELP
Personalized support for your unique journey
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Somatic therapy focuses on the connection between mind and body. It recognises that experiences, especially stressful or overwhelming ones, can be held in the body as well as the mind.
In sessions, we may gently explore how emotions show up physically, such as through tension, breath, or sensation. The aim is not to force anything, but to help you become more aware of what your body is communicating, at a pace that feels safe for you.
This approach can support grounding, regulation, and a deeper understanding of your emotional responses, especially when words alone are not enough.
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CBT looks at the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and how these can influence one another. In therapy, we may gently explore patterns of thinking that are contributing to how you’re feeling or responding in certain situations.
This can be helpful for understanding unhelpful thought patterns, managing anxiety or low mood, and developing more balanced and supportive ways of coping.
I use CBT in a flexible and integrative way, alongside other approaches, so it can be adapted to suit your needs rather than used in a rigid or structured way.
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Trauma-informed therapy is not about rushing into difficult experiences. It is about understanding that past experiences can shape how we feel, think, and relate to others in the present.
This approach prioritises safety, trust, and choice. We move at your pace, and there is no pressure to talk about anything before you feel ready. The focus is on creating a steady and supportive space where you feel in control of what you share.
It also means being mindful of how the body and emotions respond, and working gently to support grounding and emotional regulation when things feel overwhelming.
At its core, trauma-informed therapy is about working with care, respect, and an understanding that healing happens when you feel safe enough to explore things in your own way.
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Integrative holistic therapy means I draw from different therapeutic approaches to suit you as an individual, rather than using one fixed way of working.
This allows us to explore what feels most helpful for you in the moment, whether that is talking through thoughts and patterns, focusing on emotions, or paying attention to how experiences show up in the body. I may integrate approaches such as CBT, somatic work, mindfulness, and trauma-informed practice, depending on your needs.
The holistic part of this approach means I see you as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms or difficulties. We consider your experiences, relationships, environment, and identity, and how all of these may be connected.
At the centre of this work is a collaborative relationship, where therapy is shaped around your pace, your needs, and what feels meaningful for you.
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Alongside my core integrative and relational approach, I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities depending on what best supports each person’s needs.
This includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for exploring thought patterns and emotional responses, somatic approaches for supporting body awareness and regulation, mindfulness-based techniques for grounding and present-moment awareness, and trauma-informed practice, which underpins all of my work. I also use psychoeducation to help clients better understand their experiences and patterns in a supportive, accessible way.
I have a particular interest in working with trauma and developmental trauma, addiction, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. I am also especially drawn to supporting people navigating family estrangement, including low or no-contact relationships, as well as providing LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy.
Alongside this, I have an interest in eating disorders and neurodiversity-informed practice, including working in a way that is sensitive to autism and different ways of experiencing the world.
THE PROCESS
Honoring your pace
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START WITH A CONVERSATION
I offer a 15-minute free consultation as a gentle way for us to connect and see if it feels like the right fit. You’re welcome to share a little about what’s bringing you to therapy, at your own pace, and ask any questions you might have.
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TAILORED THERAPY PLAN
As a qualified integrative psychotherapist, I tailor each session to meet you where you are, shaping the work around your individual needs, experiences, and story.
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ONGOING SUPPORT
We move at your pace, with me alongside you throughout. If needed, I offer limited support between sessions, with clear and appropriate boundaries, to help you feel supported while maintaining your independence.
ABOUT ME
Hello, I’m Rebecca
I am a fully accredited Integrative and Relational Psychotherapist registered with IACP, offering a warm, non-judgemental space where you can be yourself when you feel ready to.
My approach is centred on connection. I work collaboratively with you, at your pace, to understand your experiences and what feels most important for you. Each person is different, so I tailor the work to suit your individual needs.
My path into this work is both professional and personal. Having experienced my own challenges growing up, including time within mental health services, navigating healing abuse, and foster care, I understand how important it is to feel safe, supported, and not alone. This shapes how I show up in the room, with empathy, honesty, and respect for your story. We are both experts in the room, but you are the expert in your life.
I have experience supporting people with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, self-esteem, shame, suicidal ideation, relationship challenges, and identity. I also have a particular interest in family estrangement and offering LGBTQIA+ affirming care.
I aim to create a space where you can come as you are, without pressure, and feel supported in making sense of things in your own way.
FAQS
Answering your questions
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Your first session is a gentle starting point where we get to know each other. There is no pressure to go into anything before you feel ready.
We will talk about what has brought you to therapy, what you would like support with, and what you hope might feel different for you. I may also ask a few questions to understand your background and what feels important in your life right now.
It’s also a space for you to get a sense of me and how I work, and to ask any questions you might have. My focus is on making sure you feel comfortable, heard, and not rushed.
You don’t need to prepare anything, just come as you are.
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There is no set timeline for therapy, as it really depends on what you are bringing and what you want to work through.
Some people come for short-term work focused on a specific issue, while others choose to engage in longer-term therapy to explore deeper patterns, experiences, and relationships over time.
We will regularly check in together about how things are going and what feels helpful, so the work can stay aligned with your needs. Therapy is always at your pace, and you can decide what feels right for you as we go along.
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You don’t need to be in crisis or have everything figured out to start therapy. Often, people come because something doesn’t feel right, or they feel stuck or overwhelmed, or they want to understand themselves better.
Therapy might be right for you if you want a space where you can talk openly, feel listened to without judgment, and begin to make sense of your thoughts, feelings, or experiences.
A good starting point is simply noticing if you feel ready to explore things with support.
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I work with a wide range of emotional and mental health difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and identity-related concerns.
I am particularly drawn to supporting people navigating family estrangement, including low or no contact relationships, as well as offering LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy. These areas are important to me, and I aim to offer a space where experiences of disconnection, identity, and belonging can be explored safely and without judgement.
I also work with addiction and the impact of difficult or unstable early life experiences.
While these are some of the areas I have mentioned, they are not the only issues I support people with, and I work with a wide range of emotional and mental health concerns depending on each person’s needs.
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Yes, I do offer online therapy. All you need is a private, comfortable space where you feel able to speak freely and without interruption. Online sessions can be a helpful option if you prefer being in your own environment or if attending in person is not possible.
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My standard fee is €70 per 50–60 minute session. I also offer a sliding scale, which means I can adjust the fee in some cases depending on individual circumstances, to help make therapy more accessible. Additionally I take Laya insurance.
If cost is a concern, you’re welcome to talk to me about it openly and honestly when enquiring, and we can see what might feel manageable for you while keeping things fair and sustainable for both of us.
LET’S WORK TOGETHER
If you feel ready, we can begin wherever you are.
I know it can feel like a lot to take in when you’re looking for support, so I try to keep things as clear and straightforward as possible. Therapy isn’t about doing it “right” or having the perfect words; it’s about giving yourself space to show up as you are.
If anything on this site raises questions for you, or you’re unsure about the process, that’s completely okay. You’re welcome to reach out, and we can talk it through together.