I currently have availability for new clients. I work with clients worldwide, offering flexible session times across mornings and evenings.
Hello! My name is Rines, and I am a qualified integrative counsellor based in the United Kingdom. I hold a BSc (Hons) in Counselling from the University of East London and I am also a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I work with clients from all walks of life, including those from diverse backgrounds - LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, disabled, and individuals with long-term health conditions. I adhere closely to the BACP Ethical Framework, ensuring that each client receives the care and respect they deserve.
I provide a safe and non-judgmental space to explore and work through any challenges you may be facing in relation to your mental health. My approach is integrative, using techniques from a blend of therapy styles tailored to your unique needs and circumstances. These techniques include elements from Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT, and Existential approaches.
I have experience supporting clients with a wide range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, stress, relationship issues, identity, motivation, and confidence. My work is rooted in respect, sensitivity, and compassion, with a focus on creating a therapeutic relationship that fosters growth and healing. Through our work together, clients often build resilience, improve relationships, gaining clarity and confidence to navigate life’s challenges.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I would be honoured to work with you. Feel free to reach out to begin your therapy journey today.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Body image, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #408596
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Rines is incredibly understanding, empathetic and kind, he is very easy to talk to.
Written on Apr 29, 2026 after therapy with Rines for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Absolutely great, listens, contributes and reassures.
Written on Feb 09, 2026 after therapy with Rines for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
It’s good
Written on Dec 20, 2025 after therapy with Rines for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
He does a great job at listening and identifying with my problems and concerns.
Written on Nov 24, 2025 after therapy with Rines for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Rines is a very supportive, compassionate and engaged therapist. He listens to me, remembers what I’ve mentioned in previous sessions, researches things we discuss as it comes up, makes me feel comfortable when I have minimal trust in others and understands my needs.
Written on Apr 20, 2025 after therapy with Rines for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue