Selina Rainford , BACP

Selina Rainford is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. She also supports those dealing with relationship strain, grief, anger and a range of intimacy-related concerns. Selina works with LGBT clients and people navigating family and communication problems.

She frames clients as the experts in their own stories and looks for existing strengths to build on. Sessions are practical and straightforward, focusing on clear steps a person can use between meetings. The aim is to help people feel more in control and better able to manage daily pressures.

Selina trained in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration, having gathered six years of professional experience. That combination shapes a calm, steady approach that balances warmth with practical problem-solving. Conversations tend to be direct but compassionate, and progress is checked along the way.

Her additional interests include attachment and abandonment concerns, codependency and commitment issues, blended family matters and separation and divorce. She also works with clients dealing with control and dependent personality patterns, fatherhood issues, and forgiveness work.

Sessions are tailored to each person. Selina listens for what matters most and suggests simple, manageable changes. She supports international clients in English and offers a structure that helps people stay focused on personal goals and daily life improvements.

Approaches and online therapy options that suit everyday life

Selina uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on concrete change and emotional understanding. One common approach helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of thinking and acting to reduce anxiety and low mood. Another practical strand works on building coping skills for stress and managing urges connected to addictions, with short exercises to practise between sessions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Selina works together with each person to choose methods that match their goals, life circumstances and preferences. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan as needed so the work stays relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that feels helpful, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or text-based messaging suit quick check-ins, shorter sessions or people who find typing more comfortable. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and travel, while keeping continuity of care across different locations.