Selina Rainford, BACP

Selina Rainford helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression and addiction find steadier ground. She also supports those dealing with trauma, low self-esteem, relationship strain, grief and issues around intimacy. Selina is based in the United Kingdom and speaks English.

Selina practises with an understanding that each person knows their own story best. She encourages clients to build on their strengths and to take small, practical steps towards change. Sessions aim to be straightforward and supportive, with a focus on what works for the individual.

With six years of professional experience, Selina draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations and plan interventions. She listens for patterns such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, communication problems and codependency, and helps people explore healthier ways to relate and respond.

People often come for help with family problems, blended family challenges, divorce and separation, or domestic violence after-effects. Selina also offers support around commitment fears, control issues, dependent and avoidant personality traits, and fatherhood concerns. The work can include looking at grief, forgiveness and feelings of emptiness.

Her approach is collaborative and practical. Selina will work with each person to set realistic goals and try different ways of coping. The emphasis is on lasting skills that can be used outside sessions as well as in them.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Selina uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that suit online work. One approach focuses on practical coping skills and structured conversations to manage anxiety and stress, teaching tools people can use between sessions. Another concentrates on trauma-informed support, helping people understand how past harm affects current feelings and relationships and pacing work so it feels manageable.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Selina will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that fit each person's needs, adapting plans if something does not feel helpful. She aims to work alongside clients to build confidence and skills rather than impose a single way of working.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video is useful when visual connection matters, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit people who prefer written reflection or want more flexible, ongoing contact between scheduled appointments. These options help make therapy more accessible around work, caregiving and travel.