Adjustment difficulties
Agoraphobia
Anger Management
Anxiety
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)
Burnout
Complex PTSD
Confidence
Depression
Domestic abuse
Emetophobia (vomit phobia)
Emotional dysregulation
Emotionally unstable personality disorder (EUPD)
General wellness
Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)
Maternity
Neglect
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
Other abuse
Other mental health concern
Other perinatal mental health condition
Other phobia
Panic disorder
Perfectionism
Perinatal OCD
Perinatal anxiety
Perinatal depression
Perinatal mood disorders
Physical abuse
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Self-esteem
Sexual abuse
Sleep difficulties
Social phobia
Stress
Stress management
Trauma (general)
Women's health

Rachael Matharoo

 
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapist

PGDip & MSc in CBT

I pride myself on a compassionate and straight-talking approach. I provide a safe and supportive environment, to enable people to work through their struggles, towards better mental health.

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Insurers

Axa
BUPA
Vitality
Cigna
Zurich
Travelers
Case Managers

Languages

English

About me

My name is Rachael, and I am a fully qualified, BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, EMDR Practitioner, and Clinical Supervisor. I offer CBT and EMDR for a range of difficulties, including PTSD/trauma, social anxiety, agoraphobia, specific phobias, generalised anxiety, OCD, panic disorder, low self-esteem, perfectionism, and depression. Please see my expertise section for other presentations I work with. I specialise in trauma, including PTSD and complex PTSD (CPTSD), with extensive training in supporting individuals through a wide range of traumatic experiences. My approach takes into account the unique needs associated with specific types of trauma, such as domestic violence, sexual assault, childhood abuse, and trauma experienced by emergency service personnel. I am committed to providing sensitive, evidence-based care that respects the complexity of each individual’s experience. CBT is an empowering therapy that can help you become ‘unstuck’ from unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. We will work together to understand your difficulties, break the cycles that keep you feeling trapped, and explore new coping strategies to help you live a more fulfilled and meaningful life. I pride myself on being straight-talking and direct, yet warm and compassionate, offering a safe and confidential space to explore whatever is holding you back. I take a whole-person approach to therapy, recognising that no one is defined by their struggles. Our work may involve exploring potential triggers — including past events — and identifying how your difficulties are maintained. We will then develop practical, individualised strategies to support recovery. With over 14 years’ experience working with both children and adults across a range of common and complex mental health issues, I am passionate about empowering individuals to overcome their struggles, regain a sense of control, and thrive.

Area I can help with

Adjustment difficulties
Agoraphobia
Anger Management
Anxiety
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)
Burnout
Complex PTSD
Confidence
Depression
Domestic abuse
Emetophobia (vomit phobia)
Emotional dysregulation
Emotionally unstable personality disorder (EUPD)
General wellness
Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)
Maternity
Neglect
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
Other abuse
Other mental health concern
Other perinatal mental health condition
Other phobia
Panic disorder
Perfectionism
Perinatal OCD
Perinatal anxiety
Perinatal depression
Perinatal mood disorders
Physical abuse
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Self-esteem
Sexual abuse
Sleep difficulties
Social phobia
Stress
Stress management
Trauma (general)
Women's health

Types of therapy I offer

Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Qualifications

University of Nottingham
MSc in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
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2018 - present
BABCP
BABCP Full Accreditation
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2018 - present
University of Nottingham
Post Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
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2017 - present

Work experience

Hello Self and Private Practice
Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist
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2022 - present
University of Lincoln
Senior Lecturer
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2021 - present
NHS
Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist
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2016 - 2022

Education

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