Rachel Poot

Greetings and a warm welcome

Some things pass on their own—a headache, a difficult day, a low mood.

But deeper struggles like anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or the impact of trauma tend to return, often in familiar and frustrating ways. Even when life seems to improve on the surface, the underlying patterns can remain.

You may have already tried to understand or change these patterns—through self-help, reflection, or sheer determination. And yet, something still feels stuck.

My work is about gently getting to the root of those patterns.

My approach is grounded in an understanding of the relationship between the mind, the body, and the unconscious. I believe that lasting change doesn’t come from willpower alone, but from developing a deeper awareness of what’s happening beneath the surface—and working with it, rather than against it.

As a qualified integrative therapist, sex educator, and somatic yoga teacher, I offer a holistic, compassionate approach to healing and personal growth.

My professional path has brought together psychotherapy and body-based practices. Alongside my work as a therapist, I have spent many years teaching yoga, sex education, tantra, taoism and facilitated sexual wellbeing workshops for women. 

I have worked both within a sexual abuse charity, addiction recovery, mental health and in private practice, supporting people with a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual issues and relationship challenges. My experience includes working in complex and trauma-focused settings, as well as offering support during times of acute stress.

Today, I work in private practice, offering a space where you can explore your experience at your own pace. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in respect for your individual story.

Next steps

Whether you are new to therapy or returning, you are warmly invited to take the next step. Please get in touch with any questions or to arrange a taster session. Together, we can explore what you need and how therapy may support you.

Online and telephone sessions available nationwide. Limited in-person sessions by arrangement.

My Qualifications

DEGREES

B.A. Honours (First class) in Integrative Relational Psychotherapeutic Counselling (Greenwich University)

Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling (Greenwich University)

Therapy Training

Certified Couples Counselling (Counselling Academy)

Award in Counselling Skills and Theory (NCFE CACHE Level 3)

Award in Helping Skills (NCFE CACHE Level 2)

Award in Interpersonal Skills (NCFE Level 1)

Certified Online Counselling (Open University)

Trauma Informed, treating complex trauma. (Headway, RASASAC)

Certified in Integrative Polyvagal Theory for Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Anger,  Attachment (Janice Fisher)

Narcissistic Relationships, Emotional Abuse & Gaslighting: Treating

and Empowering Survivors of Relational Trauma. (ONSITE, USA)

Working with Co-dependency, Sexual Abuse, Shame, Addiction. (ONSITE, USA)

Yoga Qualifications

Certified Sivananda Yoga (Tirol)

Certified Jivamukti Yoga (New York)

Certified Iyengar Yoga (India)

Certified Well Woman Yoga Therapy Training (Uma Dinsmore Tuli)

Somatic Bodywork Qualification

Certified Holistic Pelvic Care (Tami Lyn Kent)

Certified Working with the womb and Menstrual Cycle (Miranda Gray)

Tao Tantric Arts womens circle facilitator (Shashi Solluna & Minke de Vos)

Seeds of Awakening Energy healing (Sasha Cobra)

Certified Abdominal massage therapy (Arvigo Massage Institute)

Certified in Emotional Detox (Tao Garden, Mantak Chia)

Certificate in Somatic Sexology (The School in Somatic Sexology)

Certified Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher Training with The Eckhart Tolle School of Awakening

Certified Tantra Teacher Training (Ma Ananda Sarita)

If you’re considering therapy, you’re very welcome to get in touch. I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation so we can talk about what you’re looking for and whether working together feels like the right fit.

Taking the first step can feel daunting. That’s why I offer a complimentary 15-minute call, so we can connect and see if we’re the right fit.

This would be short call where we will discuss in a bit more detail what you are looking for and what I can offer you. We can then decide if we are a good fit for working together.

We will then schedule our first session. Here, I will be getting to know you and what brought you to therapy in more detail, what you expect from therapy, and what I can offer you. This will help us develop a clear collaborative goal.

I suggest meeting 2-3 times before deciding if we will continue to have regular sessions where we can establish a time-frame together with a clear destination.

As a qualified Integrative therapist, I offer a warm, supportive and non-judgemental space in which you can begin to understand your experiences, modify old patterns and identify new possibilities.

I offer a free 15 minute call to discuss your needs.

I am available for online, walk and talk, and telephone sessions.

Private Practice Days are Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays.

Greetings and a warm welcome

Some things pass on their own—a headache, a difficult day, a low mood.

But deeper struggles like anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or the impact of trauma tend to return, often in familiar and frustrating ways. Even when life seems to improve on the surface, the underlying patterns can remain.

You may have already tried to understand or change these patterns—through self-help, reflection, or sheer determination. And yet, something still feels stuck.

My work is about gently getting to the root of those patterns.

My approach is grounded in an understanding of the relationship between the mind, the body, and the unconscious. I believe that lasting change doesn’t come from willpower alone, but from developing a deeper awareness of what’s happening beneath the surface—and working with it, rather than against it.

As a qualified integrative therapist, sex educator, and somatic yoga teacher, I offer a holistic, compassionate approach to healing and personal growth.

My professional path has brought together psychotherapy and body-based practices. Alongside my work as a therapist, I have spent many years teaching yoga, tantra, taoism and facilitating womens circle's, exploring the connection between emotional and physical experience. This shapes how I work: with attention not only to what you think, but also to what you feel and how those feelings are held in the body.

I have worked both within a sexual abuse charity, addiction recovery, mental health and in private practice, supporting people with a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. My experience includes working in complex and trauma-focused settings, as well as offering support during times of acute stress.

Today, I work in private practice, offering a space where you can explore your experience at your own pace. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in respect for your individual story.

I offer both short-term and open ended therapy, in English and Dutch.

I welcome people from all paths of life and different cultures.

Feel free to explore my website www.counsellingwithrachel.com to find out more about me, how I work and what I can offer you.

My Qualifications

DEGREES

B.A. Honours (First class) in Integrative Relational Psychotherapeutic Counselling (Greenwich University)

Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling (Greenwich University)

Therapy Training

Certified Couples Counselling (Counselling Academy)

Award in Counselling Skills and Theory (NCFE CACHE Level 3)

Award in Helping Skills (NCFE CACHE Level 2)

Award in Interpersonal Skills (NCFE Level 1)

Certified Online Counselling (Open University)

Trauma Informed, treating complex trauma. (Headway, RASASAC)

Certified in Integrative Polyvagal Theory for Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Anger,  Attachment (Janice Fisher)

Narcissistic Relationships, Emotional Abuse & Gaslighting: Treating

and Empowering Survivors of Relational Trauma. (ONSITE, USA)

Working with Co-dependency, Sexual Abuse, Shame, Addiction. (ONSITE, USA)

Yoga Qualifications

Certified Sivananda Yoga (Tirol)

Certified Jivamukti Yoga (New York)

Certified Iyengar Yoga (India)

Certified Well Woman Yoga Therapy Training (Uma Dinsmore Tuli)

Somatic Bodywork Qualification

Certified Holistic Pelvic Care (Tami Lyn Kent)

Certified Working with the womb and Menstrual Cycle (Miranda Gray)

Tao Tantric Arts womens circle facilitator (Shashi Solluna & Minke de Vos)

Seeds of Awakening Energy healing (Sasha Cobra)

Certified Abdominal massage therapy (Arvigo Massage Institute)

Certified in Emotional Detox (Tao Garden, Mantak Chia)

Certificate in Somatic Sexology (The School in Somatic Sexology)

Certified Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher Training with The Eckhart Tolle School of Awakening

Certified Tantra Teacher Training (Ma Ananda Sarita)

Feeling comfortable with your choice of therapist is essential for effective counselling.

Before starting therapy, I offer a free 15 minute initial consultation. This gives us the opportunity to discuss your reasons for seeking therapy and what your hopes and anxieties might be. It also allows you to get a sense of my way of working and decide whether I am the right therapist for you.

If you feel ready to book a session we will schedule a initial session or sometimes called a assessment sessions which involves some essential paperwork and a more in-depth look at your life and current situation. Essentially this means collating some basic information and a few questions about your general health. We'll also discuss and agree a contract as to how we'll work together. This is important so that you know exactly where you are regarding how I work and what l offer l can offer you.

The cost of each session for individuals is £65 and last 50 minutes

I do offer a limited number of concessionary places (during daytime hours) for those on low income and I am very happy to discuss this with you.

I am happy to work on either a short term or longer term basis. In practice I am used to working with clients for any period from a single session to multiple years. Shorter term work may often involve resolving an immediate crisis or learning practical skills / strategies. Longer term work can focus on resolving more complex issues or examining any contributing underlying factors.

As a qualified Integrative therapist, I offer a warm, supportive and non-judgemental space in which you can begin to understand your experiences, modify old patterns and identify new possibilities.

I offer a free 15 minute call to discuss your needs.

I am available for online session.

Private Practice Days are Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays.

Concessions for students and low income depending on availability.

Greetings and a warm welcome

Some things pass on their own—a headache, a difficult day, a low mood.

But deeper struggles like anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or the impact of trauma tend to return, often in familiar and frustrating ways. Even when life seems to improve on the surface, the underlying patterns can remain.

You may have already tried to understand or change these patterns—through self-help, reflection, or sheer determination. And yet, something still feels stuck.

My work is about gently getting to the root of those patterns.

My approach is grounded in an understanding of the relationship between the mind, the body, and the unconscious. I believe that lasting change doesn’t come from willpower alone, but from developing a deeper awareness of what’s happening beneath the surface—and working with it, rather than against it.

As a qualified integrative therapist, sex educator, and somatic yoga teacher, I offer a holistic, compassionate approach to healing and personal growth.

My professional path has brought together psychotherapy and body-based practices. Alongside my work as a therapist, I have spent many years teaching yoga, tantra, taoism and facilitating womens circle's, exploring the connection between emotional and physical experience. This shapes how I work: with attention not only to what you think, but also to what you feel and how those feelings are held in the body.

I have worked both within a sexual abuse charity, addiction recovery, mental health and in private practice, supporting people with a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. My experience includes working in complex and trauma-focused settings, as well as offering support during times of acute stress.

Today, I work in private practice, offering a space where you can explore your experience at your own pace. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in respect for your individual story.

I work with individuals and couples either face to face, via telephone, or remotely via zoom.

I offer both short-term and open ended therapy, in English and Dutch.

I welcome people from all paths of life and different cultures.

Feel free to explore my website www.counsellingwithrachel.com to find out more about me, how I work and what I can offer you.

My Qualifications

DEGREES

B.A. Honours (First class) in Integrative Relational Psychotherapeutic Counselling (Greenwich University)

Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling (Greenwich University)

Therapy Training

Certified Couples Counselling (Counselling Academy)

Award in Counselling Skills and Theory (NCFE CACHE Level 3)

Award in Helping Skills (NCFE CACHE Level 2)

Award in Interpersonal Skills (NCFE Level 1)

Certified Online Counselling (Open University)

Trauma Informed, treating complex trauma. (Headway, RASASAC)

Certified in Integrative Polyvagal Theory for Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Anger,  Attachment (Janice Fisher)

Narcissistic Relationships, Emotional Abuse & Gaslighting: Treating

and Empowering Survivors of Relational Trauma. (ONSITE, USA)

Working with Co-dependency, Sexual Abuse, Shame, Addiction. (ONSITE, USA)

Yoga Qualifications

Certified Sivananda Yoga (Tirol)

Certified Jivamukti Yoga (New York)

Certified Iyengar Yoga (India)

Certified Well Woman Yoga Therapy Training (Uma Dinsmore Tuli)

Somatic Bodywork Qualification

Certified Holistic Pelvic Care (Tami Lyn Kent)

Certified Working with the womb and Menstrual Cycle (Miranda Gray)

Tao Tantric Arts womens circle facilitator (Shashi Solluna & Minke de Vos)

Seeds of Awakening Energy healing (Sasha Cobra)

Certified Abdominal massage therapy (Arvigo Massage Institute)

Certified in Emotional Detox (Tao Garden, Mantak Chia)

Certificate in Somatic Sexology (The School in Somatic Sexology)

Certified Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher Training with The Eckhart Tolle School of Awakening

Certified Tantra Teacher Training (Ma Ananda Sarita)

Feeling comfortable with your choice of therapist is essential for effective counselling.

Before starting therapy, I offer a free 15 minute initial consultation. This gives us the opportunity to discuss your reasons for seeking therapy and what your hopes and anxieties might be. It also allows you to get a sense of my way of working and decide whether I am the right therapist for you.

If you feel ready to book a session we will schedule a initial session or sometimes called a assessment sessions which involves some essential paperwork and a more in-depth look at your life and current situation. Essentially this means collating some basic information and a few questions about your general health. We'll also discuss and agree a contract as to how we'll work together. This is important so that you know exactly where you are regarding how I work and what l offer l can offer you.

The cost of each session for individuals is £65 and last 50 minutes

I do offer a limited number of concessionary places (during daytime hours) for those on low income and I am very happy to discuss this with you.

I am happy to work on either a short term or longer term basis. In practice I am used to working with clients for any period from a single session to multiple years. Shorter term work may often involve resolving an immediate crisis or learning practical skills / strategies. Longer term work can focus on resolving more complex issues or examining any contributing underlying factors.

I am available for online, telephone and walk and talk sessions.

Private Practice Days are Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays.

Concessions for students and low income depending on availability

Greetings and a warm welcome

Some things pass on their own—a headache, a difficult day, a low mood.

But deeper struggles like anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or the impact of trauma tend to return, often in familiar and frustrating ways. Even when life seems to improve on the surface, the underlying patterns can remain.

You may have already tried to understand or change these patterns—through self-help, reflection, or sheer determination. And yet, something still feels stuck.

My work is about gently getting to the root of those patterns.

My approach is grounded in an understanding of the relationship between the mind, the body, and the unconscious. I believe that lasting change doesn’t come from willpower alone, but from developing a deeper awareness of what’s happening beneath the surface—and working with it, rather than against it.

As a qualified integrative therapist, sex educator, and somatic yoga teacher, I offer a holistic, compassionate approach to healing and personal growth.

My professional path has brought together psychotherapy and body-based practices. Alongside my work as a therapist, I have spent many years teaching yoga, tantra, taoism and facilitating womens circle's, exploring the connection between emotional and physical experience. This shapes how I work: with attention not only to what you think, but also to what you feel and how those feelings are held in the body.

I have worked both within a sexual abuse charity, addiction recovery, mental health and in private practice, supporting people with a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. My experience includes working in complex and trauma-focused settings, as well as offering support during times of acute stress.

Today, I work in private practice, offering a space where you can explore your experience at your own pace. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in respect for your individual story.

I work with individuals and couples either face to face, via telephone, or remotely via zoom.

I offer both short-term and open ended therapy, in English and Dutch.

I welcome people from all paths of life and different cultures.

Feel free to explore my website www.counsellingwithrachel.com to find out more about me, how I work and what I can offer you.

My Qualifications

DEGREES

B.A. Honours (First class) in Integrative Relational Psychotherapeutic Counselling (Greenwich University)

Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling (Greenwich University)

Therapy Training

Certified Couples Counselling (Counselling Academy)

Award in Counselling Skills and Theory (NCFE CACHE Level 3)

Award in Helping Skills (NCFE CACHE Level 2)

Award in Interpersonal Skills (NCFE Level 1)

Certified Online Counselling (Open University)

Trauma Informed, treating complex trauma. (Headway, RASASAC)

Certified in Integrative Polyvagal Theory for Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Anger,  Attachment (Janice Fisher)

Narcissistic Relationships, Emotional Abuse & Gaslighting: Treating

and Empowering Survivors of Relational Trauma. (ONSITE, USA)

Working with Co-dependency, Sexual Abuse, Shame, Addiction. (ONSITE, USA)

Yoga Qualifications

Certified Sivananda Yoga (Tirol)

Certified Jivamukti Yoga (New York)

Certified Iyengar Yoga (India)

Certified Well Woman Yoga Therapy Training (Uma Dinsmore Tuli)

Somatic Bodywork Qualification

Certified Holistic Pelvic Care (Tami Lyn Kent)

Certified Working with the womb and Menstrual Cycle (Miranda Gray)

Tao Tantric Arts womens circle facilitator (Shashi Solluna & Minke de Vos)

Seeds of Awakening Energy healing (Sasha Cobra)

Certified Abdominal massage therapy (Arvigo Massage Institute)

Certified in Emotional Detox (Tao Garden, Mantak Chia)

Certificate in Somatic Sexology (The School in Somatic Sexology)

Certified Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher Training with The Eckhart Tolle School of Awakening

Certified Tantra Teacher Training (Ma Ananda Sarita)

Feeling comfortable with your choice of therapist is essential for effective counselling.

Before starting therapy, I offer a free 15 minute initial consultation. This gives us the opportunity to discuss your reasons for seeking therapy and what your hopes and anxieties might be. It also allows you to get a sense of my way of working and decide whether I am the right therapist for you.

If you feel ready to book a session we will schedule a initial session or sometimes called a assessment sessions which involves some essential paperwork and a more in-depth look at your life and current situation. Essentially this means collating some basic information and a few questions about your general health. We'll also discuss and agree a contract as to how we'll work together. This is important so that you know exactly where you are regarding how I work and what l offer l can offer you.

The cost of each session for individuals is £65 and last 50 minutes

I do offer a limited number of concessionary places (during daytime hours) for those on low income and I am very happy to discuss this with you.

I am happy to work on either a short term or longer term basis. In practice I am used to working with clients for any period from a single session to multiple years. Shorter term work may often involve resolving an immediate crisis or learning practical skills / strategies. Longer term work can focus on resolving more complex issues or examining any contributing underlying factors.

Online and telephone sessions available nationwide. Limited in-person sessions by arrangement.

Concessions for students and low income depending on availability

I encourage sessions to be scheduled weekly, however this is dependent upon your specific requirements - the number and frequency of sessions will be reviewed regularly. Counselling may be short or long term.

Greetings and a warm welcome

Some things pass on their own—a headache, a difficult day, a low mood.

But deeper struggles like anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or the impact of trauma tend to return, often in familiar and frustrating ways. Even when life seems to improve on the surface, the underlying patterns can remain.

You may have already tried to understand or change these patterns—through self-help, reflection, or sheer determination. And yet, something still feels stuck.

My work is about gently getting to the root of those patterns.

My approach is grounded in an understanding of the relationship between the mind, the body, and the unconscious. I believe that lasting change doesn’t come from willpower alone, but from developing a deeper awareness of what’s happening beneath the surface—and working with it, rather than against it.

As a qualified integrative therapist, sex educator, and somatic yoga teacher, I offer a holistic, compassionate approach to healing and personal growth.

My professional path has brought together psychotherapy and body-based practices. Alongside my work as a therapist, I have spent many years teaching yoga, tantra, taoism and facilitating womens circle's, exploring the connection between emotional and physical experience. This shapes how I work: with attention not only to what you think, but also to what you feel and how those feelings are held in the body.

I have worked both within a sexual abuse charity, addiction recovery, mental health and in private practice, supporting people with a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. My experience includes working in complex and trauma-focused settings, as well as offering support during times of acute stress.

Today, I work in private practice, offering a space where you can explore your experience at your own pace. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in respect for your individual story.

I offer both short-term and open ended therapy, in English and Dutch to couples and individuals.

I welcome people from all paths of life and different cultures.

My Qualifications

DEGREES

B.A. Honours (First class) in Integrative Relational Psychotherapeutic Counselling (Greenwich University)

Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling (Greenwich University)

Therapy Training

Certified Couples Counselling (Counselling Academy)

Award in Counselling Skills and Theory (NCFE CACHE Level 3)

Award in Helping Skills (NCFE CACHE Level 2)

Award in Interpersonal Skills (NCFE Level 1)

Certified Online Counselling (Open University)

Trauma Informed, treating complex trauma. (Headway, RASASAC)

Certified in Integrative Polyvagal Theory for Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Anger,  Attachment (Janice Fisher)

Narcissistic Relationships, Emotional Abuse & Gaslighting: Treating

and Empowering Survivors of Relational Trauma. (ONSITE, USA)

Working with Co-dependency, Sexual Abuse, Shame, Addiction. (ONSITE, USA)

Yoga Qualifications

Certified Sivananda Yoga (Tirol)

Certified Jivamukti Yoga (New York)

Certified Iyengar Yoga (India)

Certified Well Woman Yoga Therapy Training (Uma Dinsmore Tuli)

Somatic Bodywork Qualification

Certified Holistic Pelvic Care (Tami Lyn Kent)

Certified Working with the womb and Menstrual Cycle (Miranda Gray)

Tao Tantric Arts womens circle facilitator (Shashi Solluna & Minke de Vos)

Seeds of Awakening Energy healing (Sasha Cobra)

Certified Abdominal massage therapy (Arvigo Massage Institute)

Certified in Emotional Detox (Tao Garden, Mantak Chia)

Certificate in Somatic Sexology (The School in Somatic Sexology)

Certified Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher Training with The Eckhart Tolle School of Awakening

Certified Tantra Teacher Training (Ma Ananda Sarita)

Feeling comfortable with your choice of therapist is essential for effective counselling.

Please feel free to contact me for an initial appointment with no obligation to rebook.

The cost of each session for individuals is £65 and last 50 minutes

I do offer a limited number of concessionary places (during daytime hours) for those on low income and I am very happy to discuss this with you.

I am happy to work on either a short term or longer term basis. In practice I am used to working with clients for any period from a single session to multiple years. Shorter term work may often involve resolving an immediate crisis or learning practical skills / strategies. Longer term work can focus on resolving more complex issues or examining any contributing underlying factors.

Before starting therapy, I offer a free 15 minute initial consultation. This gives us the opportunity to discuss your reasons for seeking therapy and what your hopes and anxieties might be. It also allows you to get a sense of my way of working and decide whether I am the right therapist for you.

If we agree to work together, I would offer 50 minute sessions on the same day and at the same time each week.