Rachael Bentovim-Gill , NCPS

Rachael Bentovim-Gill is an accredited UK therapist who brings a blend of clinical practice and extensive experience in mental health and education to her private practice. She has worked as a therapist in private practice for more than four years and spent over 15 years working within mental health and education settings prior to that. In addition, she has held senior roles in the education sector for 25 years, mentoring and coaching teams and advising on mental health at an organisational level.

Her clinical work includes supporting people affected by trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, borderline personality issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD and AuDHD, along with executive and professional coaching. Rachael uses a tailored mix of evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness practices and psychodynamic techniques, adapting her approach to match each person’s unique needs and goals.

Rachael aims to create an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely. She encourages clients to take the courageous first step toward greater wellbeing and works collaboratively to build a more fulfilling life. She holds NCPS, a professional counselling credential, and looks forward to meeting new clients and supporting them on their therapeutic journey.

Therapeutic approaches for effective online support

Rachael commonly draws on acceptance and commitment therapy, attachment-based therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in her work. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values and take committed action despite difficult thoughts or feelings - it can support issues like anxiety, stress and coping with life changes. Attachment-based therapy explores patterns in close relationships and early bonds to improve emotional connection and address attachment-related struggles, which can be helpful for relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns and parenting issues. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, offering practical strategies for depression, anxiety, trauma reactions and mood management.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Rachael works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

Online therapy with Rachael is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, allowing flexible scheduling and access from home or other convenient locations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family and daily commitments while still receiving support from licensed professionals and therapists who can tailor sessions to individual circumstances.