Rachel Thompson

I currently have space to see clients online or in person on Tuesdays and Thursdays, both daytime and evening.

When things feel dark or uncertain, it may be hard to know where to turn. Whether life feels intolerable right now, or things are just a little off balance, therapy can help you find some steady ground. 

I am an experienced BACP registered psychodynamic psychotherapist. I work one-to-one with adult clients (18+) in Hertford, Stevenage, St Albans, and online.

I aim to offer a space where you feel safe to explore the complexity of your emotions and perhaps to finally say what you want to say without fear of judgement.

The psychodynamic approach means we may look at how past experiences impact you now and the deeper causes behind the emotions and difficulties you are experiencing.

Along the way, you may find that you discover parts of yourself that have had to remain hidden, or that have been diminished by unhelpful messages given to you in the past about who you are. My aim is to help you disentangle from these messages, find your own unique path through life and live it more fully. I believe passionately in the creative and imaginative forces in each individual and seek to help you find a deeper connection with yourself and your own purpose.

I adhere to a strict BACP code of conduct, receive regular supervision, engage in continuous professional development and am fully insured. Sessions can be short or long-term (open ended) and are 50 minutes at the same time each week.

The first session is a bit longer than weekly sessions at 90 minutes. This is so that we can take the time needed to get to know each other and it gives you a sense of how sessions will feel. I will have quite a few questions for you in the first session. This is so I can get a picture of you and your background, as well as what you are seeking from therapy. This may include questions about your past as well as your current situation and relationships. You can answer as much as you feel comfortable. I will also take brief notes in this session as I will be gathering quite a bit of information. In subsequent weekly session I will not take notes or have structured questions. If we decide to continue the work together, we will set a time to meet each week.