- Trauma aware
- Client-centred
- BACP registered
About Rebecca
Rebecca Rust-Ashford is a counsellor who focuses on helping people manage trauma, depression and anxiety. She uses a warm, empathic style and aims to offer a calm space where people can talk through what is worrying them. Rebecca holds BACP, which is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy registration listed in her profile.
She works in a way that adapts to each person. That means she pulls on different approaches to suit the issue and the individual. Sessions tend to focus on understanding what is happening now and making small, practical steps that feel doable.
Rebecca has three years of experience. In that time she has supported people with stress, low mood, relationship difficulties and trauma and abuse. She also works with concerns such as self-esteem, abandonment, attachment issues, body image and the effects of chronic illness or caregiving strain.
Her background includes work with a broad set of focus areas, from adoption and foster care to aspects of sexual identity and alternative sexual cultures. She also has experience with neurodiversity topics such as autism and Asperger syndrome, and with personality-related difficulties including avoidant and antisocial presentations.
People who choose Rebecca usually want a calm, non-judgemental space and practical help for ongoing problems. She aims to build a working relationship that fits each person's needs and pace. If you want to begin, follow the site steps to match and schedule a session.
How therapy approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy places the person and their experience at the heart of the work. The counsellor listens without judgement, reflects what the person says and helps them clarify their own goals and values. This approach is useful for anxiety, low mood and relationship questions.Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, often called EMDR, is a therapy used to address distress linked to traumatic memories. It uses guided attention and structured procedures to reduce the intensity of upsetting memories and the reactions they cause.
Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding how past events affect day-to-day life now. It helps people recognise triggers, learn coping strategies and work through painful memories at a pace that suits them.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Rebecca will discuss options with each person and agree a plan based on their needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process where methods can be adjusted as therapy progresses.
Practical benefits of online therapy can include easier fitting of sessions into a busy week and fewer travel demands. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know whether remote sessions are available and how they are scheduled. The focus is on making therapy fit around everyday life while working on clear, achievable goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Rebecca help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns and trauma and abuse, plus related areas such as self-esteem and body image.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Rebecca uses an empathic, non-judgemental approach and adapts methods to suit each person. Sessions aim to be practical and focused on what the client wants to achieve.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of experience working with a variety of concerns including trauma, mood disorders and relationship issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
Rebecca is listed with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to start therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.