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Rachel Cannon, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 13 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Depression Compassion fatigue

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Rachel Cannon is a BACP counsellor who has practised in mental health for over 13 years. Rachel brings many years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, loss and major life changes. They describe their style as kind, encouraging and non-judgemental.

Rachel draws on a blend of humanistic and psychodynamic ideas alongside client-centred ways of working. Sessions focus on building a reliable relationship first. From there Rachel helps people notice repeating patterns, understand how past events link to current feelings, and decide what they want to change.

Background and approach

In practical terms Rachel uses conversational, reflective work. The approach includes exploring recent difficulties and also looking back to earlier experiences when that helps. Motivational interviewing techniques are used when people want clear, step-by-step support to change habits such as addiction or lifestyle patterns.

People seek Rachel's help for many things including trauma and abuse, depression, grief and compassion fatigue. Additional focus areas include gender dysphoria, sexuality, LGBT concerns, chronic illness and caregiver stress. Rachel also supports people facing career crossroads, relationship strain, and challenges like ADHD or panic attacks.

Sessions are offered in English and Rachel accepts international clients. The emphasis is on tailoring sessions to what each person needs, whether that means gentler listening, reflective exploration, or practical goal-setting. Rachel aims to create a respectful, steady space where people can think things through and work toward changes they want to make.

How Rachel's approaches translate to online therapy

Attachment-Based work focuses on patterns in relationships and how early connections affect current emotions and reactions. Online sessions can help people notice these patterns and practice newer, healthier ways of relating in everyday life.

Client-Centred Therapy is built around empathic listening and helping people find their own answers. In an online setting this often means the counsellor mirrors what is said, asks gentle questions, and supports self-directed insight and growth.

Motivational Interviewing helps when people want to change habits or behaviours. It uses clear, collaborative conversations to build motivation and realistic steps toward goals such as reducing substance use or improving self-care.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. Rachel will work with each person to decide which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences, and may blend elements across approaches as the work progresses.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversations when visual connection matters. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier when movement is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins, journalling between sessions, or people who prefer written reflection. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or physical health needs while keeping the same therapeutic aims.

What concerns does Rachel specialise in?

Rachel works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, bipolar and ADHD.

How would you describe the therapeutic style?

Work is warm and non-judgemental with a focus on building a trusting relationship, reflecting on patterns, and combining listening with practical steps when needed.

What is Rachel's professional background?

Rachel has 13 years of clinical experience and many additional years working in mental health settings prior to independent practice.

What credentials and location are listed?

Rachel holds BACP accreditation and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and Rachel accepts international clients.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Rachel?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 13 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Rachel Cannon, BACP

Background and approach

How Rachel's approaches translate to online therapy

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What this therapist works with

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