About Rachael
Rachael Hough offers a straightforward, compassionate approach to therapy. She keeps things simple and practical so people can take the first steps forward. Rachael writes plainly and listens closely to help people make sense of overwhelming feelings.
Rachael has three years of experience and has worked with two mental health charities. That work exposed her to a wide range of serious concerns, including post-traumatic stress, trauma, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, abuse, bereavement, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem.
How Rachael works
She brings that background into sessions without using jargon. Her style is collaborative. She does not give directive advice but helps people name problems and find their own solutions.
Sessions focus on small, manageable changes rather than big, instant fixes. Rachael believes the person in the room knows themselves best and she helps turn that knowledge into practical steps. Conversations cover what matters day to day - sleep, stress, upsetting memories and how to cope when feelings feel heavy.
She helps unpack painful experiences and supports people as they regain control. Rachael aims for therapy that feels understandable and doable. Sessions are offered in English and delivered online using flexible formats.
People who choose Rachael can expect clear language, steady listening and an emphasis on safety and pacing. She works with each person to shape sessions that match their pace and needs.
What Rachael works with
The areas below are the ones Rachael selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
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Training and background
| Register | BACP |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 3 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | United Kingdom |
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Online support options
Evidence-based approaches and online therapy that fits your life
Rachael uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions in simple, practical ways. One common approach focuses on understanding how thoughts, feelings and behaviours link together; it helps when anxiety or low mood are keeping someone stuck by teaching small changes that reduce distress. Another approach concentrates on processing traumatic memories and overwhelming events at a pace that feels manageable, helping people reduce the power of those memories over daily life.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Rachael will listen to your goals and preferences and help decide which techniques to try first. That choice is collaborative and can change as you learn what helps most.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation without travel. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is preferred. Live chat and text messaging suit short updates, quick reflections between sessions or people who find writing easier than speaking. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around work, family life and other commitments.
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