RK Therapy & Coaching

I am a BACP-registered therapist offering a collaborative and compassionate approach to therapy. My work is relational, person-centred, and informed by humanistic values that recognise each person’s individuality and lived experience.  I have a degree in Psychology and my post graduate training included integrating coaching into counselling practice so depending on whether my clients want to work in a more solution focussed way or keep things open ended, this can be accommodated.

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I worked in Education for over 15 years in various roles. I chose to become a therapist because  I wanted to develop and challenge myself both personally and professionally. I didn't feel that the progression routes within the field of Education were quite right for me as I didn't want to have more administrative responsibilities and become a manager - I wanted to take the best parts of working with individuals and groups in a classroom and find a new way of offering targeted support.

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I  have always been fascinated by how we learn as individuals and believe in the importance of environment in shaping us as people – as children we learn not only to read and write but the behaviours and beliefs that shape us and our relationships as we grow to adulthood. ​Also, I have seen how perceived differences in ability and thinking patterns can affect individuals profoundly leading to issues surrounding confidence, self esteem and how they interact with others.

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I have lived experience as a carer and am passionate about supporting those dealing with current health concerns or perhaps getting over a chronic condition. Through my work I have seen how so many people receive attention for their physical diagnoses but sadly the emotional and psychological toll that this can take on people and their families is not taken into sufficient consideration by the medical establishment.

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People seek therapy for many reasons—grief, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, or when navigating life transitions. Sometimes there’s no clear issue, just a sense that something needs attention. Whatever brings you, I tailor our work to your needs and goals, using an integrative approach that supports emotional clarity, resilience, and meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.

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It is a privilege to hear clients’ stories and build a therapeutic relationship based on empathy, trust, and respect.