She is very caring and supportive.
Rachel Challans, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Rachel is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.8 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Rachel. View 17 reviews
- Great news, Rachel is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Rachel has helped me to look at things in a different way, she has recommended some resources and different coping methods. She check in with me throughout the week and I feel like there’s some hope with her
More about Rachel
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
Welcome to BetterHelp and to the next step in seeking support.
Reaching out for help can feel daunting, especially if you've been carrying things on your own for a long time.
My name is Rachel and I am a UK-based, BACP-registered Person-Centred Psychotherapist with over four years of experience in private practice. Alongside my counselling work, I have supported people affected by trauma, domestic abuse, family difficulties, and mental health challenges. These experiences continue to shape the warm, compassionate, and down-to-earth way I work with clients today.
I offer a supportive and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about whatever is going on for you. Sometimes people come to therapy with a clear issue they want help with. Other times, they simply know something doesn't feel right.
Alongside my person-centred approach, I also work somatically and am a qualified EFT Practitioner (Emotional Freedom Technique/Tapping) and a qualified Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Practitioner.
Some of my main areas of specialist interest include domestic abuse and toxic relationship dynamics, sexual wellbeing and intimacy concerns, OCD and intrusive thoughts, ADHD and neurodivergence, trauma, and mental health difficulties.
I have extensive experience supporting people affected by domestic abuse and coercive control. This may include helping you recognise unhealthy relationship patterns, make sense of trauma bonding, cycles of abuse, and toxic relationship dynamics, or rebuild your confidence and trust in yourself after difficult experiences. Whether you are questioning a relationship, trying to understand what has happened, or looking to move forward, therapy can provide a safe space to explore this at your own pace.
I also work with intrusive thoughts and OCD-related difficulties, including thoughts that can feel frightening, confusing, or out of character. These experiences can be incredibly distressing, and many people carry them in silence because of shame or fear of being judged.
Alongside this, I support people experiencing compulsive sexual behaviours, intimacy and sexual wellbeing concerns, ADHD and neurodivergence, relationship difficulties, trauma, anxiety, low mood, and issues around self-worth and shame.
My approach is person-centred and trauma-informed. I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard, understood, and able to talk about things without fear of judgement. Together, we can explore what's happening, make sense of difficult experiences, and work towards the changes that feel important to you.
Whatever has brought you here, you are welcome to reach out, no matter how big, small, shameful, confusing, or uncomfortable your concerns may feel. Nothing is too much, too little, or too difficult to talk about.
Warmly
Rachel
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
LGBT Issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self-esteem
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 395288 · Renews February 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Rachel Challans
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is very caring and supportive.
Rachel has helped me to look at things in a different way, she has recommended some resources and different coping methods. She check in with me throughout the week and I feel like there’s some hope with her
Rachel has been amazing, I have amazing progress. It’s a safe space in which I can unpack my problems talk through them and not feel judged and understand the root cause. Also approached with a fantastic sense humour. My life is changing for the better and I feel grateful.
She is a good listener and gives great insights on the issues or feelings you struggle with
Rachel is always there with a listening ear. But will also provide meaningful and insightful advice where it is needed. She has the balance just right.
Rachel has been nothing but professional and swift in her responses and has been extremely fair and understanding with my varying issues and concerns
Lends a listening ear with plenty advice and help
Rachel was of great help in a time of need. I felt really heard and she gave direct, and productive advice.
Practical and kind.
I look forward to every session. I feel heard and always leave feeling lighter.
Rachel is a really good therapist. This is till early days for me, but she's being really supportive and understanding. I truly believe I can do some really meaningful work on myself with her help
Put it clear,she is just a human who will make you feel whole again,she makes me feel seen in ways i needed,always there for me.
I have been going through a lot of changes lately and Rachel was able to help me see the bigger picture and was able to help me see my worth again. I truly feel blessed that i was matched with Rachel and appreciate her and her work very much.
Really appreciate working with Rachel, she is an amazing professional with an incredible amount of support!
Rachel is very supportive and kind.
I really enjoy working with Rachel Challans and feel like I connected with her from the first session. She has been very helpful and I feel like I can trust her 100% with anything I tell her. I also am very thankful that she checks in on me regularly. :) thank you
Rachel has been a really supportive therapist. She is really attentive to my needs and does not interrupt me when I’m sharing my story. She shows a lot of care and compassion which made me that it’s a safe space to share more. She has provided me with lots of guidance and is always there to help me through my tough times. I would strongly recommend Rachel as a therapist!
Frequently asked questions
Does Rachel Challans offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Rachel Challans works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Rachel Challans speak?
Rachel Challans speaks English.
How many years of experience does Rachel Challans have?
Rachel Challans has 4 years of experience.
Where is Rachel Challans licensed to practice?
Rachel Challans is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Rachel Challans accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Rachel Challans accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Rachel Challans offer?
Rachel Challans offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Rachel Challans?
Rachel Challans can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Rachel Challans?
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