Rachel Hamilton, BACP

Rachel Hamilton uses a person-centred, integrative approach to counselling. She keeps sessions simple and focused, helping people talk through what matters most. Rachel aims to build trust quickly so people can begin to make sense of difficult feelings and decisions.

She works at the client’s pace and adapts sessions to fit practical goals. That can mean short-term problem-solving for a specific issue, or more open-ended support while someone processes grief or loss. She listens without judgement and helps people name emotions so they can move forward.

Rachel has five years of experience and has volunteered with Victim Support Scotland and Healed Scars. That work involved supporting people affected by emotional abuse, trauma, domestic violence and sexual violence. Those roles shaped how she responds to trauma and safety concerns in conversation.

Her approach draws on several methods, including acceptance and commitment strategies, attachment-based ideas, cognitive behavioural techniques and emotion-focused skills. She blends these with a client-centred stance so sessions feel collaborative rather than prescriptive.

Rachel is registered with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists - BACP. She works with adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting strain, addiction and coping with life changes. Sessions are offered in English and can be arranged online or by phone.

People who prefer a calm, conversational style may find her easy to work with. She aims to create a dependable space where practical steps and emotional understanding grow together.

How Rachel's approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting swept away by them, then choose actions that match their values. It is useful when someone feels stuck or overwhelmed by anxiety or life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early connections shape current relationships and helps people understand patterns that affect intimacy and trust in adult life.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk about options and try different techniques to see what fits each person’s goals and preferences. Sessions adapt over time so the approach can change as progress is made.

Online work uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to offer flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that is helpful. Phone sessions can be an easier option when bandwidth is low or someone prefers not to use video. Live chat and messaging suit brief check-ins, ongoing coaching-style support or moments when shorter, text-based contact feels more manageable.

These formats make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments while still using the same therapeutic methods as in-person counselling. Registered or accredited professionals can guide the choice of format and adapt exercises and homework to suit the way someone prefers to connect.