Rebecca Riley, BACP

Rebecca Riley is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom. She has three years of experience supporting people through stressful and painful times. She speaks English and offers a calm, respectful space for people to talk about what matters to them.

Rebecca focuses on everyday struggles such as stress and anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief and major life changes. She also helps people dealing with relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and family-related worries. Additional areas she addresses include adoption and foster care issues, addiction concerns, and questions around sexuality and sexual assault.

Her way of working is rooted in client-centred therapy. That means she follows the person in front of her rather than imposing a strict plan. Sessions are conversational and paced to the client, with an emphasis on listening and understanding before suggesting any steps forward.

People who prefer a therapist who listens deeply and treats them as the expert of their own life may find her approach helpful. Rebecca aims to make it easier to name feelings, spot patterns, and try small changes that can reduce overwhelm.

Starting therapy can feel daunting, and she seeks to make the process straightforward. She asks questions, reflects what she hears, and supports people to set practical, achievable goals as they go.

How client-centred work adapts to online therapy

Client-centred therapy focuses on listening, empathy and following the person's priorities. The therapist offers a non-judgemental space and reflects what the client says to help them understand their feelings and make choices. This approach can be helpful for issues like anxiety, low self-esteem, grief and coping with life changes.

Client-centred work is about collaboration. Rebecca will help people identify what they want from therapy and try approaches that match their needs and preferences. Finding the right fit is part of the process and she will adjust the way she works based on the person's goals and feedback.

The biography does not list which session formats are used, so please confirm available online options before booking. Many people find online sessions useful for fitting therapy into busy lives, for shorter check-ins, and for reducing travel time. If you need something that fits around work or family routines, discuss scheduling and session length when you arrange your first appointment.