Hi, I'm Rebecca Lazaro, I'm an Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor. My type of therapy is Person-Centred which means I regard you as an individual with unique experiences that have shaped your life, and my role is to help you make sense of your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and experiences and to empower your authentic self.
Sessions with me are about talking to an unbiased professional, someone trained to listen without prejudice, who can provide a safe, confidential space where you are free to express yourself, accepted for who you are, so that you can process your difficult thoughts and feelings about your life situations.
You can bring all the worries on your mind and issues that trouble you, past, present or future, with no judgements or expectations from me. You have control of directing the content and pace of your processing throughout our sessions. Through exploring together, I will focus on feelings, pick up on beliefs, notice themes, and gently challenge you to shine a light on the unlit areas.
In my Person-Centred approach, the therapeutic relationship between counsellor and client is one based on trust and equality, that is, you and I are two people working together on the same level, there is no power imbalance between us. I work therapeutically beside you, I offer you my empathy and understanding, my total acceptance of your experience to empower you to develop the confidence to find your own way forward. As your therapist, I offer you a therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe and trusting enough to be open and honest about your difficult feelings and emotions.
Some clients come to therapy expecting to be told what to do, given solutions to solve their problems quickly, please feel free to search for a CBT therapist if that’s what you are seeking. Person-Centred Therapy is a longer-term process, in that it takes time to make lasting changes to your personality and behaviours, and while each client goes at their own pace, at least 8 sessions are recommended for the therapeutic process to be effective. By understanding yourself better you can discover your own solutions which work best for you and are more likely to ‘stick’ in the long-run.
Dependent on your issues, I may offer information from other therapy approaches and theories to help you identify your attachment styles and patterns that play out in your relationships, reflect on adverse childhood experiences, process unresolved trauma stored in the body, recognise triggers in the present that are connected to past events, offer insights into how the nervous system regulates and dysregulates our emotions, and generally consider alternative perspectives that might help to increase your self-awareness of unconscious behaviours in order to make conscious choices and changes for your future.
Background:
I have 20+yrs experience as a mental health support worker for adults and young people in clinical and residential settings, supporting people with depression, anxiety, PTSD and complex trauma, schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, personality disorders, self-harm, and eating disorders. My last employed position was an addiction recovery counsellor in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre where I held weekly individual and group therapy sessions. I am mixed race and also a member of the LGBTQ+ community.
Qualifications and Training:
BA (Hons) Degree in Psychology
Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Diploma in Social Care: Child Development
Certificate in Emotion-Focused Therapy for Couples
Certificate in Trauma-Informed Practice
Certificate in Somatic Therapy for Complex Trauma
Certificate in Family & Relationship Therapy
Certificate in Grief Therapy
Certificate in Addiction & Co-dependence
Certificate in Emotions & Emotional Disorders
Certificate in Counselling Studies
Certificate in Counselling Skills
Online & Telephone Counselling
Unconscious bias
Safeguarding Adults
UK GDPR
Professional Membership:
I am a Registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) and adhere to their standards for ethical practice, am bound by and accountable to their conduct procedures to ensure I work in the best interest of each client.
Professional experience
3 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety LGBTQ+ related issues Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Depression
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I really like how calm and present Rebecca is, I also find her thoughtful, respectful and insightful. I’m absolutely chuffed to bits with the support I now have in a weekly basis, it has made such a difference to me already, knowing I have this safe space and a form of support.
Written on Oct 01, 2026 after therapy with Rebecca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I really like Rebecca’s style - our conversations are well paced allowing time for reflection and to get to the bottom of things. She’s very knowledgable and is a great listener. I always leave with something to think about.
Written on Sep 30, 2025 after therapy with Rebecca for 2 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
I felt immediately comfortable talking with Rebecca. Ive had different forms of therapy over the past 10+ years but this has been the easiest I have found to open up. I really appreciate the level of care put into the sessions.
Written on Sep 01, 2025 after therapy with Rebecca for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and adhd
She listens and is very respectful
Written on Jul 23, 2025 after therapy with Rebecca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and adhd
Very kind and understanding. Easy to talk to and to open up about problems in life.
Written on May 30, 2025 after therapy with Rebecca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Rebecca is wonderful, she listens and genuinely cares. I feel respected and cared for throughout
Written on May 22, 2025 after therapy with Rebecca for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, and grief
Rebecca listens and makes me feel heard, she genuinely cares about her clients, is really well organised, and her understanding of psychology is amazing, she asks the right questions to get me to talk myself into answers and I feel as though we are getting somewhere and can’t wait to continue
Written on May 16, 2025 after therapy with Rebecca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Rebecca Lazaro has been amazing over the 10 months and I cant thank you enough for all the help and support.
Written on Apr 14, 2025 after therapy with Rebecca for 9 months on issues concerning grief, self esteem, and adhd
Rebecca is a very special therapist, she listens carefully without judgement and is very patient and understanding of all the things that can come up in sessions. Having tried a few therapists I immediately felt like she cared and seemed more genuine than anyone I had worked with before. She is knowledgable, articulate and above all.. kind. She has a caring quality that is hard to find and draws on her own experience to really foster a supportive environment in which to talk about thoughts and feelings that are hard to share with others. I feel lucky to have found her as my therapist and know anyone else who works with her would feel the same.
Written on Mar 08, 2025 after therapy with Rebecca for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
The kindest, cleverest and most patient. I feel genuinely understood and couldn't be happier with the help I recieve from Rebecca. She is trustworthy and knowledgeable and I value every session deeply.
Written on Feb 01, 2025 after therapy with Rebecca for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I feel really safe with Rebecca which allows me to open up to her and be vulnerable which means I feel like I can make progress!
Written on Jan 12, 2025 after therapy with Rebecca for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Rebecca is easy to talk to and in this day of AI, when things aren't going your way she is a light of connection and help to me. 5*
Written on Dec 14, 2024 after therapy with Rebecca for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Great therapist with a calm and gentle approach. Rebecca makes you feel very comfortable and will take things at your pace. She reaches out on messages to check in in-between sessions. Although I’ve only just started with Rebecca I’ve been gaining a lot from our sessions.
Written on Dec 08, 2024 after therapy with Rebecca for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Having Rebecca as my therapist has been fantastic for me in dealing with so many things, like dealing with trauma, helping me through work/university related stress and helping to deal with symptoms of ADHD/BPD.
Rebecca is so kind, understanding, respectful, professional and easy to talk to! I instantly felt comfortable with her and look forward to our sessions every week. I love working with you Rebecca and being on this healing journey with your help!
Written on Dec 03, 2024 after therapy with Rebecca for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Rebecca is wonderful, she’s helped me understand the root of my emotions and to see things in a different light. She’s very warm and supportive, and I feel safe talking about anything with her. I am on my way to living a better life with less stress and turmoil thanks to her help, and feel so grateful for that.
Written on Nov 12, 2024 after therapy with Rebecca for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Rebecca has been the most kind, supportive, and patient guide through my first experience with therapy. I have always felt listened to and heard. Rebecca has helped me connect the dots between the different emotions I have been feeling with respect to different parts of my life. For that I will ever be thankful. I cannot recommend Rebecca more.
Written on Oct 25, 2024 after therapy with Rebecca for 2 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Rebecca is a compassionate and supportive therapist. I am able to share my concerns and experiences knowing I am held in safety and care. Her support and understanding have been instrumental in helping me work out and through my blocks and confidently inhabit the best versions of myself. Thank you Rebecca for your warmth and attentiveness!
Written on Oct 20, 2024 after therapy with Rebecca for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I look forward to my sessions every week because I know I can talk to Rebecca with total honesty. I trust her opinion and feel safer after my sessions. I honestly couldn’t do without her voice at this present time in my life.
Written on Oct 19, 2024 after therapy with Rebecca for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Professional and yet so personable in the way she offers help and support.
Written on Oct 15, 2024 after therapy with Rebecca for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, anger management, and adhd
I've had a few sessions with rebecca and I'm extremely happy with our time together. She is very easy to communicate with and a great listener. Would highly recommend
Written on Sep 12, 2024 after therapy with Rebecca for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and adhd
Rebecca has been extremely helpful to me. She is kind and empathetic and listens carefully to what you say.
Written on Aug 11, 2024 after therapy with Rebecca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Extremely professional, thoughtful, a great listener. All you want from a therapist. Rebecca makes you feel safe and helps you to explore the real issues driving your behaviours. Highly recommend especially if this is your first therapist.
Written on Jul 09, 2024 after therapy with Rebecca for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
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