Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Bath
I have 30 years experience in psychology from academic study, work psychology and now private practice. Finding a therapist can feel like a minefield. Most important is someone to talk to that you feel comfortable with, and who can of course help. I understand how confusing and nerve-wracking it can be to take the first step. I provide clients with a supportive space in which to unpack things. I will help you to get a better handle on what is happening for you. I have experience of working with anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement, childhood trauma, midlife issues, neurodivergence as well as difficulty understanding feelings.
I have 30 years experience in psychology from academic study, work psychology and now private practice. Finding a therapist can feel like a minefield. Most important is someone to talk to that you feel comfortable with, and who can of course help. I understand how confusing and nerve-wracking it can be to take the first step. I provide clients with a supportive space in which to unpack things. I will help you to get a better handle on what is happening for you. I have experience of working with anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement, childhood trauma, midlife issues, neurodivergence as well as difficulty understanding feelings.
As an NCPS qualified, accredited therapist I have many years experience of working with people living with trauma and inner conflict. Issues may vary from abuse, anxiety, disorders depression, grief, gender and sexuality, relationships, low self-esteem and PTSD.
In particular, I have worked in depth with those suffering from eating disorders and those in alcohol/drug recovery. My work with young people in education has shown me how early trauma affects behaviours later in life and how patterns often repeat.
As an NCPS qualified, accredited therapist I have many years experience of working with people living with trauma and inner conflict. Issues may vary from abuse, anxiety, disorders depression, grief, gender and sexuality, relationships, low self-esteem and PTSD.
In particular, I have worked in depth with those suffering from eating disorders and those in alcohol/drug recovery. My work with young people in education has shown me how early trauma affects behaviours later in life and how patterns often repeat.
In addition to CBT Rachel is also trained in ACT ( Acceptance Commitment Therapy), CFT (Compassionate Focus Therapy) and DBT Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
Rachel Gray is a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT). She started her therapy career with the Priory Hospital and has now established her own private practice in central Bath. Rachel brings a lot of herself to her therapy sessions. Her style is a mix of compassion and energising positivity. Clients can meet face to face in her therapy room on Chapel Row (near Queens Square) or via zoom for those living further afield.
Rachel has built a strong reputation for positive outcomes for local and international clients often working with high profile clients including those within the creative and music industry.
In addition to CBT Rachel is also trained in ACT ( Acceptance Commitment Therapy), CFT (Compassionate Focus Therapy) and DBT Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
Rachel Gray is a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT). She started her therapy career with the Priory Hospital and has now established her own private practice in central Bath. Rachel brings a lot of herself to her therapy sessions. Her style is a mix of compassion and energising positivity. Clients can meet face to face in her therapy room on Chapel Row (near Queens Square) or via zoom for those living further afield.
Rachel has built a strong reputation for positive outcomes for local and international clients often working with high profile clients including those within the creative and music industry.
Hi there! I would very much like to help you with your difficulties. I am currently providing online and phone therapy sessions but can rent a space in the bath/Bristol area. I have worked within the NHS for over 10 years in specialist settings for anxiety/depression/trauma/ physical illness/ neuro. As a Clinical Psychologist I work with all ages and difficulties either individually or with couples and families. I am fully accredited as a CBT therapist but as a Clinical Psychologist I draw on many different therapies to tailor treatment to suit your needs choosing evidence-based therapies related to your particular difficulties.
Hi there! I would very much like to help you with your difficulties. I am currently providing online and phone therapy sessions but can rent a space in the bath/Bristol area. I have worked within the NHS for over 10 years in specialist settings for anxiety/depression/trauma/ physical illness/ neuro. As a Clinical Psychologist I work with all ages and difficulties either individually or with couples and families. I am fully accredited as a CBT therapist but as a Clinical Psychologist I draw on many different therapies to tailor treatment to suit your needs choosing evidence-based therapies related to your particular difficulties.
Life’s experiences can at times feel overwhelming and confusing, particularly when you are trying to make sense of what is happening and move forward with clarity. In a world that can often feel fast-paced and impersonal, it is natural to seek understanding, reassurance, and a sense of steadiness.
I offer a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace, and where your experiences are met with care and respect.
Life’s experiences can at times feel overwhelming and confusing, particularly when you are trying to make sense of what is happening and move forward with clarity. In a world that can often feel fast-paced and impersonal, it is natural to seek understanding, reassurance, and a sense of steadiness.
I offer a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace, and where your experiences are met with care and respect.
You're holding everything together — work, relationships, responsibilities — and doing it well enough that nobody would guess the effort it actually takes. But privately something won't shift. The anxiety that appears for no obvious reason. The relationships that follow the same exhausting patterns. The flatness that success hasn't touched.
You've probably tried to address it. Got some tools, felt better for a while. But something underneath keeps reasserting itself — and you're right that it does.
I've spent 30 years helping people understand what's actually driving their experience, not just manage the symptoms.
You're holding everything together — work, relationships, responsibilities — and doing it well enough that nobody would guess the effort it actually takes. But privately something won't shift. The anxiety that appears for no obvious reason. The relationships that follow the same exhausting patterns. The flatness that success hasn't touched.
You've probably tried to address it. Got some tools, felt better for a while. But something underneath keeps reasserting itself — and you're right that it does.
I've spent 30 years helping people understand what's actually driving their experience, not just manage the symptoms.
I am a compassionate trauma informed integrative psychotherapist with my own deeply lived experience and personal journey. I live and work in central Bath. Alongside many trainings over the years I am committed to my therapeutic practice and my own path of personal development, healing & spiritual enquiry. My personal experience in life has been extensive and rich. I’ve walked a diverse path so far through life and this has enabled me to bring understanding to working with many people. Development and practices that sustain and resource me on this journey are somatic meditation, embodied enquiry and the wisdom of the natural world.
I am a compassionate trauma informed integrative psychotherapist with my own deeply lived experience and personal journey. I live and work in central Bath. Alongside many trainings over the years I am committed to my therapeutic practice and my own path of personal development, healing & spiritual enquiry. My personal experience in life has been extensive and rich. I’ve walked a diverse path so far through life and this has enabled me to bring understanding to working with many people. Development and practices that sustain and resource me on this journey are somatic meditation, embodied enquiry and the wisdom of the natural world.
My collaborative, integrative approach draws on CBT, ACT, and relational ways of working, and can include support with self-management for fatiguing conditions.
I offer a warm, thoughtful space where you can talk openly and without judgment. I pay close attention to the stories we tell ourselves that can leave us feeling stuck or in battle with our own minds. Together, we’ll explore your experiences with kindness and curiosity, notice strengths you may have lost sight of, and find practical, compassionate ways to move forward and reconnect with what truly matters to you.
My collaborative, integrative approach draws on CBT, ACT, and relational ways of working, and can include support with self-management for fatiguing conditions.
I offer a warm, thoughtful space where you can talk openly and without judgment. I pay close attention to the stories we tell ourselves that can leave us feeling stuck or in battle with our own minds. Together, we’ll explore your experiences with kindness and curiosity, notice strengths you may have lost sight of, and find practical, compassionate ways to move forward and reconnect with what truly matters to you.
Loss can leave you carrying more than others see. After a death, a serious diagnosis, or a change you did not choose, you may feel as though the ground beneath you has shifted. Your relationships, your sense of self, or your idea of the future may feel different, heavier, or uncertain.
You might be caring for others while quietly needing somewhere to be met yourself. I work with adults in Bath and online whose lives have been reshaped by grief, bereavement, illness, family change, or significant life transitions.
Loss can leave you carrying more than others see. After a death, a serious diagnosis, or a change you did not choose, you may feel as though the ground beneath you has shifted. Your relationships, your sense of self, or your idea of the future may feel different, heavier, or uncertain.
You might be caring for others while quietly needing somewhere to be met yourself. I work with adults in Bath and online whose lives have been reshaped by grief, bereavement, illness, family change, or significant life transitions.
You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of yourself. Perhaps anxiety or low mood is affecting your daily life, or you’re struggling with relationships, confidence, sleep, or motivation. You might feel caught in unhelpful habits or thought patterns, or sense that something needs to change but aren’t sure where to begin. Often people seek therapy because they want relief from emotional distress, from feeling out of control, or from repeating the same patterns. Beneath that, there is usually a deeper wish to understand themselves better, to feel more at ease, and to live with greater clarity and choice.
You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of yourself. Perhaps anxiety or low mood is affecting your daily life, or you’re struggling with relationships, confidence, sleep, or motivation. You might feel caught in unhelpful habits or thought patterns, or sense that something needs to change but aren’t sure where to begin. Often people seek therapy because they want relief from emotional distress, from feeling out of control, or from repeating the same patterns. Beneath that, there is usually a deeper wish to understand themselves better, to feel more at ease, and to live with greater clarity and choice.
Although CBT and EMDR are my primary treatment model, other therapeutic methods I can draw on include; DBT, Compassion focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema based work, Mentaisation based Therapy and Counselling.
I am an accredited CBT Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist and ADHD coach with over a decades experience working in secondary care NHS services specialising in Adults of working age, Children and Adolescence.
I am trained at delivering CBT and EMDR for clients with a range of difficulties from Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Psychosis. This includes training in EMDR for dissociation and Compassion focused CBT.
I have extensive experience of working with Children and Adults who have experienced trauma, and always work very hard to create a safe and nurturing environment for clients.
Although CBT and EMDR are my primary treatment model, other therapeutic methods I can draw on include; DBT, Compassion focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema based work, Mentaisation based Therapy and Counselling.
I am an accredited CBT Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist and ADHD coach with over a decades experience working in secondary care NHS services specialising in Adults of working age, Children and Adolescence.
I am trained at delivering CBT and EMDR for clients with a range of difficulties from Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Psychosis. This includes training in EMDR for dissociation and Compassion focused CBT.
I have extensive experience of working with Children and Adults who have experienced trauma, and always work very hard to create a safe and nurturing environment for clients.
I have a genuine passion for helping my clients overcome emotional difficulties, and to achieve personal growth and fulfilment. Our counselling sessions will provide a safe, supportive and confidential environment to help guide you on this journey. My approach is based on the importance of creating a supportive therapeutic relationship where clients feel respected, safe and able to explore their emotions. A holistic approach, exploring the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviours, allowing a deeper understanding of self, and the ability to navigate life's challenges with new-found resilience.
I have a genuine passion for helping my clients overcome emotional difficulties, and to achieve personal growth and fulfilment. Our counselling sessions will provide a safe, supportive and confidential environment to help guide you on this journey. My approach is based on the importance of creating a supportive therapeutic relationship where clients feel respected, safe and able to explore their emotions. A holistic approach, exploring the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviours, allowing a deeper understanding of self, and the ability to navigate life's challenges with new-found resilience.
This includes Narrative Therapy (NT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Systemic Family Work, Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) and EMDR.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with more than 20 years experience of working with young people, adults (including couples) and families. I work in both the NHS and private practice, in person and online. I am open to working with men and women, younger and older with a broad range of difficulties including those affecting mental health and emotional wellbeing, behaviour, relationships and learning.
This includes Narrative Therapy (NT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Systemic Family Work, Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) and EMDR.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with more than 20 years experience of working with young people, adults (including couples) and families. I work in both the NHS and private practice, in person and online. I am open to working with men and women, younger and older with a broad range of difficulties including those affecting mental health and emotional wellbeing, behaviour, relationships and learning.
I also use Acceptance and Commitment techniques too.
I work with people who need help with pain management, trauma, anxiety and depression, OCD and other difficulties. I see adults and adolescents.
I take on clients with health insurance and also self-funders.
I also use Acceptance and Commitment techniques too.
I work with people who need help with pain management, trauma, anxiety and depression, OCD and other difficulties. I see adults and adolescents.
I take on clients with health insurance and also self-funders.
My core approach is relational psychodynamic therapy, with integration from CBT, CFT, ACT and existential therapy where helpful.
Adults who may look capable on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck or under strain inwardly, or caught in repeating dynamics (internal, relational, emotional) are often drawn to my practice. This includes high-achieving professionals, creatives, and those navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, relationship and attachment issues, identity or self-worth difficulties, and major life transitions. I offer a thoughtful, relational space to explore both present difficulties and the deeper emotional and unconscious patterns beneath them, helping you move towards greater clarity, resilience and lasting change.
My core approach is relational psychodynamic therapy, with integration from CBT, CFT, ACT and existential therapy where helpful.
Adults who may look capable on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck or under strain inwardly, or caught in repeating dynamics (internal, relational, emotional) are often drawn to my practice. This includes high-achieving professionals, creatives, and those navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, relationship and attachment issues, identity or self-worth difficulties, and major life transitions. I offer a thoughtful, relational space to explore both present difficulties and the deeper emotional and unconscious patterns beneath them, helping you move towards greater clarity, resilience and lasting change.
When we feel stuck, experience difficult emotions, or the challenges we are negotiating are distressing, finding a space to work through and move beyond such difficulties can feel overwhelming in itself. Through working together, we will aim to create a space where you can explore, make sense of and manage distress, address challenges, build psychological resilience and mental well-being, while supporting you to develop skills and strategies for long-term mental health benefits.
When we feel stuck, experience difficult emotions, or the challenges we are negotiating are distressing, finding a space to work through and move beyond such difficulties can feel overwhelming in itself. Through working together, we will aim to create a space where you can explore, make sense of and manage distress, address challenges, build psychological resilience and mental well-being, while supporting you to develop skills and strategies for long-term mental health benefits.
Do you worry you are an overly sensitive or emotional person? Does it feel like your emotions currently have more control over you than you do over them? If you feel that your emotional distress is impacting your relationships or your sense of self worth then I may be able to help you.
I'm trained in both CBT and DBT and am particularly passionate about working with people who are struggling with accepting and navigating their emotional experiences and relationships.
Whether it's anxiety, low mood or a mixture of difficult emotions I can support you to develop self-compassion and techniques to manage these challenges.
Do you worry you are an overly sensitive or emotional person? Does it feel like your emotions currently have more control over you than you do over them? If you feel that your emotional distress is impacting your relationships or your sense of self worth then I may be able to help you.
I'm trained in both CBT and DBT and am particularly passionate about working with people who are struggling with accepting and navigating their emotional experiences and relationships.
Whether it's anxiety, low mood or a mixture of difficult emotions I can support you to develop self-compassion and techniques to manage these challenges.
Stuck in cycles of intrusive/scary taboo OCD thoughts/images and mental compulsions that feel too important to ignore? You’re constantly seeking certainty, reassurance, replaying conversations, rechecking decisions. Maybe you’re too scared to be alone with your thoughts. You’re convinced these thoughts/images mean something awful about who you are. The mental exhaustion is overwhelming - you’re living in your head. What if you don’t need to figure it all out or find the “right” answer? You need to learn that thoughts/images and anxiety can’t actually harm you and discover practical tools to break free from OCD’s grip.
Stuck in cycles of intrusive/scary taboo OCD thoughts/images and mental compulsions that feel too important to ignore? You’re constantly seeking certainty, reassurance, replaying conversations, rechecking decisions. Maybe you’re too scared to be alone with your thoughts. You’re convinced these thoughts/images mean something awful about who you are. The mental exhaustion is overwhelming - you’re living in your head. What if you don’t need to figure it all out or find the “right” answer? You need to learn that thoughts/images and anxiety can’t actually harm you and discover practical tools to break free from OCD’s grip.
I offer bespoke therapy, drawing from a range of approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT).
Do you feel that life has changed in ways you cannot control, leaving you stuck and unable to move forward? You may have lost a loved one, be adjusting to physical health changes, or living with chronic pain.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in grief and bereavement (including Prolonged Grief Disorder), adjustment to physical health conditions, and chronic pain. I can also offer tailored support if you are experiencing mild memory or attentional difficulties (such as in Mild Cognitive Impairment).
I have 15 years of experience in mental health practice and research, and also hold a part-time NHS post.
I offer bespoke therapy, drawing from a range of approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT).
Do you feel that life has changed in ways you cannot control, leaving you stuck and unable to move forward? You may have lost a loved one, be adjusting to physical health changes, or living with chronic pain.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in grief and bereavement (including Prolonged Grief Disorder), adjustment to physical health conditions, and chronic pain. I can also offer tailored support if you are experiencing mild memory or attentional difficulties (such as in Mild Cognitive Impairment).
I have 15 years of experience in mental health practice and research, and also hold a part-time NHS post.
I am trained in a number of evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile and find out more about my experience as a therapist. If you, or someone you care about, are struggling and finding things overwhelming, reaching out for help is an important first step. I understand that coming to therapy can feel like a daunting experience, however, I am dedicated to creating a safe space for you to talk through your difficulties and to help you identify your goals.
I am trained in a number of evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile and find out more about my experience as a therapist. If you, or someone you care about, are struggling and finding things overwhelming, reaching out for help is an important first step. I understand that coming to therapy can feel like a daunting experience, however, I am dedicated to creating a safe space for you to talk through your difficulties and to help you identify your goals.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.