Rachel Hoare, BACP

Rachel Hoare welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood or the impact of past trauma. She aims to create a calm space where individuals can speak honestly about what is hard and begin to find practical ways forward. Rachel presents herself as supportive and non-judgemental as someone takes that first step.

Rachel holds BACP credentialing and has four years of professional experience across independent practice and educational settings. She has helped people work through grief, build self-esteem and regain motivation after difficult events. She also has additional focus on self-harm and issues commonly faced by young adults.

Her approach is grounded in Client-Centred Therapy, which emphasises listening and responding to each person’s experience rather than imposing a fixed plan. She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to identify small, realistic changes that can lead to noticeable improvements.

In sessions she aims to be straightforward and practical. Conversations often include reflecting on what matters, spotting strengths, and trying simple strategies between meetings. The therapist works at a pace the person is comfortable with and reviews progress along the way.

People who value clear, respectful listening and goal-orientated tools may find this style helpful. Before booking, it is sensible to check current session options and practical details so expectations match the way Rachel works.

How Rachel’s approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy puts the person’s experience at the heart of sessions. The therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears, and adapts to each person’s pace and concerns. This approach helps when someone needs acceptance, space to talk about difficult events, and time to find their own answers.

Solution-Focused Therapy looks for practical steps to make life easier right away. It concentrates on small changes and on identifying what is already working. This can be useful for stress, low mood, motivation problems, and short-term goals that can be tried between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work itself. Rachel will discuss the options with the person and decide together which way of working fits best with their needs and preferences. The process is collaborative, with regular check-ins to adjust methods and goals as things change.

Session practicalities should be confirmed before booking because formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy life, reduce travel time, and offer quicker check-ins when needed. It can also allow shorter or more focused sessions if that suits someone’s schedule or energy levels. Confirm the current session options when you arrange the first appointment to ensure they match everyday needs and routines.