Does this sound familiar?
- You feel tired and worn even when nothing “big” is happening.
- On the surface it looks like you've got it together but people don't see what's really going on inside.
- You’re caught in loops of anxious thoughts or old survival strategies that no longer work.
- You’ve done your best to move on from the past, but something still haunts you.
- You feel too much, or nothing at all - and either way, it’s exhausting.
If so, you’re not broken. You’re human. And you’re not alone.
I’m a counsellor, coach, and clinical hypnotherapist with a special focus on trauma and loss. I work with people who feel like they’ve tried everything but still carry the emotional impact of past experiences, often just below the surface.
Whether the pain is recent or long-held, together we can explore ways to help you feel more at ease in your body, safer in your relationships, and more able to trust your own inner guidance.
My background includes advanced training in trauma-focused therapy, which supports me in offering a range of approaches we can draw from together. This means we can adapt the work to what feels most helpful for you, whether that’s making space for reflection, using tools to settle your nervous system, or gently working through painful memories at your own pace.
My role is to listen deeply, ask thoughtful questions, and accompany you on your healing journey.
We might gently explore emotional wounds from earlier relationships, patterns that began in childhood, or the aftershocks of experiences like domestic or sexual violence - always at your pace, and always with care.
Therapeutic Approach:
I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to meet your unique needs, including:
- CBT, to untangle unhelpful thought loops and behaviours
- Psychodynamic approaches – to understand where patterns began and help with healing from past events
- Mindfulness and somatic work – to gently connect with your body and inner world
- NLP and solution-focused tools – to support change in ways that feel grounded and empowering
- Neurodivergence-informed therapy – to adapt the work for autistic adults and adults with ADHD
Together, we’ll find what works for you — no one-size-fits-all methods.
You might be drawn to working with me if:
- You’re living with the aftereffects of trauma, and long for safety and healing
- You want a space where you’re deeply seen, not pathologised
- You’re open to trying different ways of working — from talking, to tools, to deeper subconscious work
Ready to Start?
If something in this feels familiar, you’re welcome to reach out. I’d be honoured to support you in whatever part of your healing journey you’re on.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Sleeping disorders, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Control issues, Domestic violence, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Sexual assault and abuse
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Hypnotherapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NCPS Therapist - Accredited Professional Member (PNCPS Accred) #NCS22-00151
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP (Accred) #375561
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Rachael Davies. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Rachael consistently appears as thoughtful, attuned; I have never had to remind her of something we’d covered, to me that signals care. Thank you 🙏
Written on Mar 18, 2026 after therapy with Rachael for 2 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coaching
Rachael is a brilliant person to talk to, she is teaching me so much about how to better know myself and realise where my triggers are stemmed from. Also how to gain the tools to handle situations in the way I want to. Highly recommend!
Written on Nov 18, 2025 after therapy with Rachael for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
I have no words other then she is one of the best, And extremely intelligent
Written on Oct 20, 2024 after therapy with Rachael for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
I've already written this before but I am really thankful to Ms. Davies. I've already had some therapy experience but this is the first time I feel like I've found my therapist - a person who is highly professional but also very kind and caring. I have a huge progress since we are working together. Thank you, BH for making a difference.
Written on Jan 17, 2023 after therapy with Rachael for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Better Help has been absolutely life changing! Rachael has supported me greatly in my journey towards self acceptable. She is always listening and never judging. Rachael has ensured that I feel comfortable and safe to explore my emotions with her. She has provided helpful insights and given me useful strategies to use in my daily life. I can’t thank her enough for the support she has given me.
Written on Dec 15, 2022 after therapy with Rachael for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
I´ve tried therapy before, both online and offline, before being matched with Rachael, and I had no idea it could be this helpful. I´m making so much progress with literally every session. I can text Rachael any time during the week and she always makes sure to reply super fast. I never feel judged or dismissed. Very happy with the therapy I´m receiving
Written on Sep 28, 2022 after therapy with Rachael for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem