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Rachael Holden, NCPS

Rachael Holden - trauma-informed therapist
  • Trauma-informed care
  • CBT and mindfulness
  • Online and international

About Rachael Holden

Rachael Holden is a registered therapist practising in the United Kingdom who offers trauma-informed support and practical strategies for people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. With three years of experience, she brings a warm, empathic presence while also helping clients set clear goals and make steady progress. She holds NCPS, a professional registration that indicates recognised standing in counselling and psychotherapy practice.

Rachael emphasises a non-judgmental, client-centered style, working at each person’s pace to explore challenges and priorities. Her work often focuses on strengthening coping mechanisms and building emotional resilience so clients can manage everyday pressures and recover from past hurts. She integrates talk-based methods with cognitive behavioural techniques and mindfulness practices to address unhelpful patterns and support lasting change.

Alongside therapy, Rachael encourages a positive mindset and self-empowerment, inviting clients to notice how new ways of thinking and behaving can open up different opportunities. She is experienced in trauma-informed care and also works with a wide range of concerns including relationship and family issues, grief, addiction-related struggles, parenting and self-esteem. Prospective clients are welcome to message her with questions to learn more or to discuss next steps.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Rachael Holden have?

Rachael Holden has 3 years of clinical experience.

Is Rachael Holden a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the NCPS credential, indicating professional registration.

In which languages does Rachael Holden provide therapy?

Rachael provides therapy in English.

Where is Rachael Holden located?

Rachael is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Rachael Holden as my therapist?

You can work with Rachael Holden through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Rachael Holden work with international clients?

Yes, Rachael works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Rachael Holden cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Rachael uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive space where the client’s experiences and goals guide the work; this approach helps when someone needs empathy, validation and a collaborative partner to explore personal concerns. She also draws on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), a practical method that helps identify and adjust unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns, which is often useful for anxiety, low mood and stress management. In addition, mindfulness therapy is used to develop present-moment awareness and calmer responses to distress, benefiting people who struggle with rumination or emotional reactivity.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Rachael works collaboratively with each person to select and adapt methods that match their needs, goals and preferences, revising the plan as progress unfolds. This partnership helps ensure therapy feels relevant and manageable.

Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy lives and connect with registered professionals from wherever the client is based.

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