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Diane Rathfield, BACP

Diane Rathfield is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, career uncertainty and life changes.

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About Diane

Diane Rathfield is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, career uncertainty and life changes. She works with issues like grief, addiction, sleeping and eating problems, ADHD, bipolar and depression. Diane also supports people navigating relationship strain, parenting challenges and caring responsibilities.

Diane holds membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and has four years of professional counselling experience.

Background and approach

She also brings over two decades of informal caring experience working with people in different settings. This combination shapes a practical, person-centred approach in sessions. In meetings she aims to build an open, non-judgemental space so thoughts and feelings can be talked through.

Conversations are paced to each person, focusing on what matters most right now. Practical steps and coping strategies are introduced when they suit the client’s goals. Clients can expect straightforward language and a gentle manner.

Diane encourages exploration of past experiences where these affect day-to-day life now, and she helps people identify small changes that make a difference. Taking the first step can feel daunting and she acknowledges that courage. Diane works alongside people to set realistic aims and to review progress at a pace that feels manageable.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	394384	October 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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How therapeutic approaches meet online care

Diane uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional understanding. One approach emphasises talking through past and present experiences to reduce their hold on daily life; this helps with trauma-related symptoms, anxiety and low self-esteem by making patterns clearer. Another approach introduces straightforward coping strategies and small behavioural changes to improve sleep, manage stress and support mood stability; these are useful for depression, bipolar and ADHD-related challenges. Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. Diane will work with each person to understand their needs, goals and preferences and then try methods that fit. Progress is reviewed together and methods are adapted as needed so the therapy stays relevant and useful. Online therapy here uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to make counselling more flexible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a fuller interaction helps. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging suit people who prefer writing, need more frequent brief contact, or want to work without being on camera. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, family or health commitments.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Diane support?

Diane helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and depression. She also offers support for relationship issues, grief, addictions, sleeping and eating difficulties and career concerns.

How would she describe her therapeutic style?

She uses a person-centred, conversational style that aims to be non-judgemental and practical. Sessions focus on what matters now and on finding coping steps that fit the client.

What background and experience does she have?

Diane has four years of professional counselling experience and more than 25 years working in caring roles. That mix informs a practical, empathetic way of working with clients.

Which credentials and location are listed?

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats does she offer?

Therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Clients can choose the format that works best for them.

How are fees and payments handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model. Subscriptions can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Diane?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.