Rachel McGovern

Thank you for looking at my profile.  Based in central Darlington, with over 22 yrs experience, I aim to offer a warm and non judgemental experience where tears and laughter are both allowed. I regard my clients as the experts of their lives, and can help to unravel the complications that come along in life.

I'm a  BACP Accredited Therapist and qualified Supervisor, as well as a Registered Consultant (STR C)- and Sandplay Therapist (STR). My lengthy experience includes working in settings such as; University, Pastoral, EAP's and Private Practice, where I see adults and children.  Many of my clients have been students seeking Personal Therapy or supervision while training, and I offer consultancy and therapy to experienced Sandplay Therapists and those training in this field.

I have undertaken lots of training, including; Sandplay, CBT, Relational Trauma, Mindfulness, Group Analysis , Pastoral Counselling, Teaching in Further Education etc. to support my work, and have experience of working with a wide range of issues.  

What I offer most though is my presence and ability to be alongside you.  As Carl Jung said; "Learn your theories as well as you can, but put them aside when you touch the miracle of the living soul."

I see lots of people who self refer, as well as those who come through other referral routes.  It is such a privelege to work alongside people of all ages.  My Sandplay Therapy Consultancy and Therapy adds another dimension to my work, and is always available to clients if they wish.

I've been supervising for many years, and love this aspect of my work.  My model is mainly person centred, and I work collaboratively with supervisees, aware of where they are in their professional development.

I work with experienced therapists as well as trainees.

As a Registered Sandplay Therapy Consultant STR-C, I offer consultancy to experienced and trainee Sandplay Therapists, and also offer personal process to those in training, or simply wanting to work in the sand.