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Taking Care Counselling

Therapist Directory Listing Category: Psychotherapists and Counsellors
About the Therapist
About the therapist:

I want you to feel comfortable to talk about any topic with me: if it’s important to you it is important. I firmly believe that you are your own expert and as a Person-Centred counsellor I hope to support you as you explore your own answers to enable you to bring about any changes you might be looking for.

Whatever your situation I hope to offer you professional counselling without judgement.  Having been through counselling myself, I understand that counselling can be hard, sometimes uncomfortable, but it can really make a difference.

I provide both short-term and long-term Online Counselling, or face to face counselling from St Barnabas Counselling and Therapy Centre, Gillingham, Kent.

My own lived experience of neurodivergence and supporting family members exploring their own sexuality and gender issues has highlighted to me the importance of having a safe space to be truly heard.

 

Sexual identity:
  • Heterosexual
Gender identity: Female
Gender history: As assigned at birth
Non-monogamy: No
Intersex: No
Neurodivergent: Yes
Personal pronouns: She/her
Qualifications - Links to websites:

Registered Member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy):

https://www.bacp.co.uk/therapists/399996/rachel-dowling/

Bsc (Hons) in Psychology - University of Leicester

Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling - CPCAB

Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Theory - CPCAB

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills - CPCAB

for more information please visit my website at; https://www.takingcarecounselling.co.uk/

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Experience and approach:

I firmly believe that you are your own expert and as a Person-Centred counsellor I acknowledge that one size does not fit all when it comes to counselling.  I approach working with clients from a stance of full acceptance and hope to support you as you explore your own answers to enable you to bring about any changes you might be looking for.

I have been working with clients since 2021, firstly through Mid-Kent MIND, then in Private Practice with individuals since March 2023.

I have been providing counselling services to Rose Bruford College of Performing Arts & Production since 2022, and also work with a local day-support service that provides navigation tools for autistic individuals.

My HR background of  20+ years in Employee Relations has also provided me with experience and understanding of a range of LGBTQIA+ issues, bullying, harassment, PTSD, Autism, ADHD, work-related stress, complex mental health conditions . 

Approaches:
  • Neurodivergent
  • Person-Centred
Marginalised groups:
  • Ace | Asexual
  • Bi- | Pansexual
  • Consensual non-monogamy
  • Gay
  • Lesbian
  • Neurodivergent
  • Non-binary | Genderqueer
  • Queer
  • Questioning
  • Trans
Relationship styles:
  • One to one
Access:
  • No adaptation
Age ranges:
  • Adults
  • Seniors (60+)
  • Young adults (16-24)
Online status:
  • Online
  • In Person

Current fees per session

  • Daytime (finishing before 6pm) - £50
  • Evening (after 6pm) - £55

I offer a free 15-minute initial consultation via Zoom - please use my online booking link to make an appointment; https://taking-care-counselling.selectandbook.com/

St Barnabas Counselling and Therapy Centre, Gillingham, Kent ME7 4LA, United Kingdom
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Email: taking_care_counselling@outlook.com
Phone: 07951005384

Website:

https://www.takingcarecounselling.co.uk/
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