- Trauma-aware
- Client-centred
- BACP registered
About Rebecca
Rebecca Rust-Ashford is a counsellor with three years' experience who focuses on helping people manage trauma, depression, anxiety and stress. She works in an empathic, non-judgemental way and adapts her approach to each person. Rebecca holds BACP accreditation, which she uses as part of her professional framework.
Her style is practical and person-centred. Sessions begin with listening to what matters most to the client. Rebecca then offers tools and ways of thinking that fit the person's life and goals. She explains methods plainly and checks they feel useful before continuing.
Rebecca draws on client-centred work to build a steady, respectful relationship in the room. She may use trauma-focused approaches when past events affect day-to-day life. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, often called EMDR, can be used for some trauma-related issues alongside other ways of working.
Her additional interests include self-esteem, relationship difficulties and a range of complex topics such as attachment issues, adoption and foster care, chronic illness and caregiver stress. She is also comfortable addressing concerns around body image, sexuality and identity within a non-judgemental space.
Sessions are offered in English and take place with Rebecca in the United Kingdom. She does not work with international clients. Before booking, people should confirm current session formats and scheduling options so they know what to expect.
Approaches used in online therapy and how they help
Rebecca uses client-centred work to build a respectful, collaborative relationship online. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and helping people find their own solutions, which can help with anxiety and low mood.She also works with Trauma-Focused Therapy to address the impact of difficult events on daily life, using structured conversations and pacing suited to each person's needs. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) may be offered as a technique to reduce the intensity of troubling memories when appropriate.
Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Rebecca aims to decide this together with each person. She will discuss goals, preferences and comfort with different methods and adapt the plan as progress is made.
If you are considering online work, check the session options before booking since formats are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, save travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Different approaches translate well to remote work, and the therapist will explain practical details and what to expect during your first appointment.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Rebecca commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and those dealing with trauma and abuse. She also addresses related concerns such as attachment issues, caregiver stress and body image.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is empathic and non-judgemental, with a person-centred focus. She listens first and then tailors practical approaches to a client's needs.
What experience does she bring?
She has three years of clinical experience working with people facing trauma, depression and anxiety. That experience informs a straightforward, supportive approach.
What professional credentials and location apply?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients book?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the service before booking so you know whether online or face-to-face sessions are offered.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the first step to start working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.