Rachel Clarke

Professional Profile

  Rachel Clarke Specialist CBT Therapist | EMDR & Couples Therapy | Online Hello — I’m Rachel, a highly experienced and compassionate Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I have 17 years of clinical experience in both NHS and private practice. During this time I have supported numous people with a wide range of difficulties. I offer a range of therapies including CBT, CBT-E and CBT-T (for Eating Disorders), EMDR, specialist couples therapy and ACT.  In our sessions I aim to create a space where you can feel comfortable to talk and work through the difficulties you are facing. Eating & Body-Related Difficulties I am an expert in the treatments of Eating Disorders. I have helped to set up one of the first NHS funded CBT for Eating Disorders courses in the country. I am especially skilled in working with Anorexia, Bulimia and Binge Eating Disorders.  You might know you need support with how you feel about your body and/or eating or it might be that you are fearful of losing control. Even if you're unsure where to start or whether nows the right time; together we can explore this and work out whether CBT is right for you. Anxiety, Depression & Self-Esteem I support people facing anxiety, depression and related concerns — working collaboratively to understand your experience and develop clear, practical ways to feel more balanced and resilient. Prior to specialising in eating disorders I worked for many years in a service focused on supporting people with Anxiety and Depression. During this time I was fortunate to be trained by some of the people who developed the CBT treatments for Anxiety. I have a particular interest in OCD, worry and Body Dysmorphic Disorder. PTSD & Trauma I’m experienced in working with people affected by PTSD, using Trauma-Focused CBT or EMDR we can help reduce intrusive memories, nightmares, and feeling on edge or high alert. It's really important that we start this work focusing on building resources so you feel more able to cope with exploring the memories. Couples & Relationship Difficulties In 2015 I attended training and supervion with Tavistock Relationships, london. I'm skilled in working with couples where they're distressed, feeling disconnected and unsure of where to go.