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Rachel Seymour Sex and Relationship Therapist London E8Rachel Seymour:

Sex & Relationship Therapist (COSRT)

I’m Rachel Seymour, a sex and relationship therapist. I currently see clients both online and face-to-face at HQ Therapy in Haggerston.

I am a fully qualified, insured and experienced psychosexual and relationship therapist and a registered member of the College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists (COSRT).

I work with couples, individuals and polycules, and I specialise in working with people whose relationships sit outside of what you might consider being the ‘norm’ – my clients are often queer, non-monogamous, kinky, sex workers, etc – although I do work with clients of all backgrounds and orientations.

My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing upon a blend of humanistic, person-centred, and existential models.

Whether you’re seeking to enhance communication in your partnership, navigate sexual identity, or simply process complex emotions, I offer both short-term and long-term counselling tailored to your goals and needs.

Together, we’ll identify the support you’re seeking – be it skill-building, emotional processing, empathetic listening, or sexual education – and work collaboratively towards your desired outcomes.

 

Some of the relationship issues that I help clients with include:

  • Improving communication and understanding
  • Dealing with conflict
  • Infidelity and rebuilding trust
  • Improving emotional and physical intimacy
  • Relationship transitions (beginnings, endings, changes)
  • Navigating ethical non-monogamy

 

Some of the psychosexual issues that I help clients with include:

  • Low or mismatched desire
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Rapid or delayed ejaculation
  • Pain during sex
  • Vaginismus
  • Inability to orgasm
  • Exploring kink / dealing with shame around kink

 

How I work with clients:
I generally see clients weekly or fortnightly at the same time each week, although I am flexible as I understand this approach doesn’t work for everyone.

I will generally tailor my practice around you, the client, wherever possible, and that includes the logistics of how I work.

This also means that there is no fixed number of sessions you are signing up for when you decide to work together (although I do recommend at least six sessions) and if you feel like we’re not a good fit after a couple of sessions I will do my best to refer you elsewhere.

I always recommend a 20-minute initial consultation before going ahead with sessions so I can understand what is bringing you to therapy at this moment and how I feel I can best help you.

To organise a call, please send me an email at [email protected].

 

***If you require more information and guidance about therapy, please use the contact form at the bottom of this page.***

Rachel Seymour – Working Hours

Wednesday – 10:00 – 19:00

Friday – 10:00 – 19:00

Contact Details

Rachel Seymour, sex and relationship therapist can be reached using the following:
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.philiatherapy.co.uk

Clients Rachel Seymour Works With

Client Issues Rachel Deals With

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Domestic & Emotional Abuse

Mental and Emotional Abuse is the deliberate & unethical misuse of power.

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Relationships

Exploring feelings about current & past relationships, or relationships in general.

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Trauma

Helping you to talk openly & receive support about your traumatic experience.

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Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

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Sexuality & Sexual Health

Helping you deal with the psychological aspects of sexual health & wellbeing.

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Substance Abuse & Addiction

Helping you to explore the underlying causes of your addiction issues.

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Body Image Issues

A negative or unhealthy body image can be distressing in your daily life.

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Helping overcome behavioural patterns.

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Low Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence

Explore the roots of your low self-esteem issues & address your current symptoms.

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Codependency

Overcome control issues, low self-esteem, poor boundaries & ‘saviour’ mentality.

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Autism

Finding ways to manage your life in a way that is healthy for you.

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Gender Identity Issues

Giving you a safe space to explore & express your feelings without judgement.

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Sex & Intimacy Issues

Addressing sexual & intimacy issues to make your sex life more pleasurable.

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Life Transitions

Dealing with important changes or adjustments in your life that impact you.

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

Therapy Modalities Rachel uses With Clients

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Integrative Psychotherapy

A unifying psychotherapy helping affirm the inherent value of each individual.

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Attachment-Based Therapy

Securing attachments to help rebuild emotionally secure relationships.

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Humanistic Psychotherapy

Focusing on a you as a whole & with a core belief that humans are innately good.

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Existential Psychotherapy

Guiding people to try & find meaning & purpose in their everyday lives.

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What Is Counselling?

Allowing you to discuss problems & difficult feelings in a safe environment.

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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Taking action for your personal growth.

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What Is Psychotherapy?

Dealing with past events that make you feel unsafe, helpless or vulnerable.

Training and Qualifications

– PGDip – London Diploma in Psychosexual & Relationship Therapy

– MA – Gender, Sexuality & Culture, University of London

Previous Therapeutic Experience

– Within the NHS, charities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Should I Seek Therapy?

Many people, new to this type of help, believe that they need to be suffering from “mental illness” or serious “psychological problems”, or be in crisis in order for therapy and counselling to be appropriate for them. This is a common misconception; anyone can benefit from therapy when it comes to helping you deal with your personal feelings and problems, make positive changes in your life, and understand yourself better.

So what is therapy and counselling? If you’re new to this world then the first steps can sometimes be the most difficult. Therapy can be a very effective treatment for a whole range of personal problems covering areas from physical and emotional problems, different types of behavioural disorders, through to human sexuality issues and a host of wellbeing and complementary therapy techniques.

Any problem you have that is causing you concern, anxiety or distress is a valid and appropriate reason to reach out and find a therapist and talk to them about it. Far from something to be ashamed of, acknowledging your vulnerability and asking for help is a sign of maturity and strength.

If you feel that you have a desire and are committed to making changes in your life in order to overcome your current problems and achieve more long-term satisfaction, psychological wellbeing and personal fulfilment, then you are ready to seek therapy. We are here to help you work through a wide range of therapy issues that might be troubling you.

Will Information About Me Be Safe & Secure?

It is quite normal to be hesitant when it comes to sharing private and intimate information about yourself with a stranger. You may fear that you will receive judgment from your therapist, or that your therapist will share your details with others.

HQ Therapy Rooms takes your privacy and confidentiality very seriously. Our therapists are required to keep everything said in therapy sessions between you, just like your doctor is required to keep your records private.

For therapy to be effective, there must be unconditional trust built between you and your therapist, and this relies on a shared understanding of confidentiality. It applies to the outside world as well: it is standard practice for therapists not to acknowledge their clients if they run into them outside of the therapy rooms in order to help protect their client’s confidentiality. Read our full privacy policy for more information.

Can I Contact You For Advice About Getting Therapy?

Talking about your thoughts and feelings with a supportive therapist can often make you feel better and help you face your problems. It feels good to be listened to and to know that someone cares about you and wants to help. It is important that you find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and can build a trusting relationship to help you make positive changes in your life.

But how do you know what type of therapy is right for you? Taking the first steps in finding the right therapist can be the biggest hurdle for newcomers, so we have made it easy. Simply fill out the form below in confidence, and one of our fully qualified referral therapists can work with you to make sure you connect with the right practitioner and receive the correct therapy and counselling services you require.

Our practitioners deal with a wide range of therapy issues using different types of therapy modalities tailored for the types of clients we work with. We also cater for people who are beset with financial difficulties, offering them services ranging from low-cost therapy and reduced rate therapy, to working with seasoned, qualified and accredited talking therapists.