- Stress and anxiety
- Career guidance
- Grief and loss
About Diane
Diane Rathfield is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, motivational block, low self-esteem, career concerns and coping with life changes. Diane also supports those dealing with trauma and abuse, relationship strain, grief, eating and sleeping problems, and a range of other difficulties.
She draws on over 25 years of prior experience working with people in caring roles. That background informs a practical approach in sessions. Diane aims to help people talk through what feels difficult and to find manageable ways forward.
In practice she focuses on helping clients identify patterns that keep problems stuck. Sessions look at thoughts, feelings and behaviours and how these connect to day-to-day life. Diane offers straightforward strategies to reduce anxiety, improve coping and tackle motivation and confidence issues.
When people bring complicated histories such as trauma, addiction or long-term health concerns, Diane works at a steady pace and addresses each issue one step at a time. She also supports those exploring identity and LGBT matters, parenting stress, and workplace pressures.
Diane encourages practical goal-setting and regular review so progress is clear. She uses conversations and exercises that people can try between sessions. This keeps work grounded in real life and helps clients test what works for them.
To begin, Diane asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule an initial session. She practices in the UK and conducts sessions in English.
Therapeutic approaches and how online work can help
Diane draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful patterns in thinking and behaviour. One common technique looks at how thoughts influence feelings and actions, and teaches practical ways to challenge and reframe unhelpful thinking to reduce anxiety and increase confidence.Another approach concentrates on behaviour change through gradual exposure and small experiments. This method helps people test fears in manageable steps and build tolerance for situations that feel difficult, such as speaking up or meeting new people.
Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the process. Diane works collaboratively with each person to identify which approaches fit their goals and preferences. She reviews progress and adjusts the plan as needed so the work stays relevant to everyday challenges.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking, as the biography does not list formats explicitly. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a work break, or offering options that do not require being on camera. These practical benefits can help people maintain momentum while they try new ways of coping.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, career concerns and coping with life changes, among other issues.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Her approach is practical and conversational, focusing on thoughts, feelings and behaviours and on small steps people can try between sessions.
How much professional experience does she have?
She has four years of professional counselling experience and more than 25 years working in caring roles.
What credential does she hold and where does she practise?
She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She is not taking international clients; sessions are offered to people located in the United Kingdom.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.