A qualified and experienced psychodynamic counsellor based in Cirencester and Cheltenham

  • PG.Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling - British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) accredited training

  • Registered Member of British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP)

  • Certificate in Counselling skills

Counselling

You may be reading this if you are struggling with some aspect of your life at the moment. Perhaps you have been through a difficult life event or you are having problems with family relationships, friends or work colleagues. You may be struggling with your emotions, feeling low or anxious, or feel like an outsider and that no one understands you.

Our early experiences can often influence how we encounter life, and how we respond to others and to different situations. It isn’t necessarily about working through a painful present or past. It can create opportunities to deepen self knowledge and understand our weaknesses and defences. We can recognise those times we wear a mask to hide our true selves from others.

My role in counselling is to guide and support you. I offer a comfortable, and safe space where you can talk freely without being judged. Working together, we can explore where your feelings are coming from and then work towards positive change.

Areas that I can help with include:

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Bereavement and Loss

  • Stress

  • Trauma

  • Abuse

  • Relationships

  • Loneliness

  • Identity

  • Self worth

  • Bullying

  • Anger

  • Suicidal thoughts

About me

Hello and welcome.

My name is Rachel Snowball and I am an experienced Psychodynamic counsellor, working in Cirencester and Cheltenham.

Prior to training as a counsellor, I spent over 25 years working in management within large and small business organisations and charities. During this time I had a special interest in coaching, mentoring and employee mental health. It is a great privilege to be able to bring this experience into my psychoanalytical training and work.

I am experienced in helping clients with a variety of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, trauma, anger, and work or relationship-based problems.

I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (MBACP) and work according to their ethical framework. I qualified from Gloucestershire Counselling Service (GCS) with a diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling (training accredited by the British Psychoanalytic Council) and I continually participate in further professional development.

What I offer

I can offer individual counselling sessions from a private and relaxing room in the centre of Cirencester and Cheltenham. There is parking nearby and my Cirencester room has disabled access. I can also offer some online sessions.

I work Mondays to Thursdays, 9am to 6pm.

Initial consultation (60 mins)

If you would like to get in touch, we can arrange an initial consultation at a mutually convenient time. During this session, we can explore what brings you to counselling and what you hope to gain from it. You can also use this opportunity to decide if this is the best option for you. The fee is £55.

Ongoing sessions (50 mins)

Regular weekly sessions at the same time each week. It is difficult to know the number of sessions you may need or how long you may want to continue. You will be able to influence the pace of the counselling and, together, we will regularly review your progress and your thoughts about the work. The fee is £55 per session.

Confidentiality

It is important that you feel able to speak freely about your issues. All counselling sessions are completely confidential and I adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.

Testimonials

  • 'Thank you for helping me to restore myself. You have helped me to come to terms with life and the present day. I am looking forward and feeling positive and feel ready to face whatever comes my way'

    P

  • 'I wanted to thank you for your help over the last couple of months. For the first time in a while I felt heard. Your support has had a lasting impact and I’ll forever be in your debt for that. Thank you '

    A

  • 'Coming to our sessions has made it possible to see a way forward without the anxiety and depression I have been struggling with. I now have a better understanding of who I am and I am far more accepting. I have a stronger identity and feel more at peace with life. Thank you'

    H