Holistic Mind and Life Coaching

DBT and Occupational Therapist in Northamptonshire

My name is Rachel, and I am a qualified and HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist (OT) and accredited Dialectical Behavioural Therapist (DBT) with over fifteen years of experience. I have worked in a range of clinical settings, from secure inpatient units to community-based NHS services and private practice, supporting both adolescents (teenagers) and adults facing significant emotional and behavioural challenges. I work with private clients on an in-person, face to face basis or virtually, using online consultation sessions.

Areas of Expertise

Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

Occupational Therapy

Adolescent Mental Health Skills

Family and Life Coaching

Working with Anxiety & Depression

Emotional Dysregulation

Teaching Skills and Goal Setting

I specialise in blending the mind and body therapies of DBT and OT to help individuals overcome complex life issues including difficulties in emotional regulation, impulsive behaviours, and chaotic relationships. When combined effectively, the strengths of DBT and OT are powerful tools to address anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, and suicidal ideation, as well as eating disorders and other mental health concerns.

Passionate about supporting families, I am trained in Family Connections; a DBT-based intervention that helps families to enhance their coping skills and relationships. By working together, we identify triggers, reduce distressing behaviours, and foster healthier family dynamics.

About Me

My career began with a BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy in 2006. After working for ten years in a medium secure adolescent unit, I pursued specialist training in sensory and attachment-focused interventions, helping emotionally sensitive individuals regulate their sensory arousal and develop healthier coping strategies. This expertise enhances my clients’ ability to manage stress and avoid operating in persistent fear mode when reminded of past trauma.

I became a DBT therapist over a decade ago, completing a post-graduate diploma in DBT and gaining accreditation with the Society for DBT in the UK and Ireland. I’ve since provided both individual and group DBT for adolescents and adults, working extensively with individuals diagnosed with “emotionally unstable personality disorder,” Complex PTSD, and those affected by chronic depression, anxiety, and over-control conditions like anorexia and OCD.

Specialisations

Adults and teenagers

Through many years of experience providing compassionate and effective behavioural therapy for adults and adolescents, I address a wide range of emotional and interpersonal issues at every stage of development.

Problems in relationships

Specialising in addressing and resolving relationship problems, I help individuals and partners understand each others’ perspective, bringing in a dialectical approach.

Stresses and traumas

I specialise in helping you to overcome and heal from stress and trauma, offering strategies to rebalance and build resilience for a smooth return to normal life, and prevent new stressors from arising.

Anxiety disorders

I provide tailored approaches to manage and alleviate anxiety disorders, helping you to develop effective coping mechanisms, rebuild motivation and restore a life worth living.

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Services

Individual Therapy

Individual therapy sessions are tailored to your unique needs and requirements, focusing on personal growth, emotional healing, and developing coping strategies in a supportive and confidential environment.

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Group Therapy

Group therapy sessions are powerful collaborative spaces where clients can share their experiences, gain insights and strength from others, and process common challenges to foster mutual support and healing.

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