- An integrative approach
- Speaks English and Tamil
- BACP credential
About Rines
Rines Shanthakumar is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, depression and life changes. He works in English and Tamil and uses an integrative style that adapts to each person’s needs. Rines holds a BACP credential, which is noted here as provided in his biography.
Rines keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He listens first to understand what is most troubling, then he and the client agree simple steps to try between meetings. Techniques can include talking about patterns in relationships, noticing thoughts and behaviours that fuel anxiety, and trying short mindfulness exercises to steady the breath and attention.
He draws from a mix of approaches including attachment-based work, client-centred methods, cognitive behavioural ideas, existential questions and mindfulness. This mix is used to help people make sense of repeated relationship difficulties, manage panic or anxiety, and work through feelings of emptiness or low self-worth.
Rines describes his work as respectful and sensitive. He aims to build a working relationship that allows people to name painful experiences and test different ways of coping. For those managing chronic health problems, addiction concerns, or eating and body image issues, he offers a space to talk through the practical and emotional sides of those struggles.
If you prefer a counsellor who uses clear language and practical tasks alongside deeper reflection, Rines offers a blend that may suit you. To start, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling when they decide to make contact.
How Rines blends therapies for online work
Attachment-based work focuses on how early relationships shape current trust and closeness. It helps when relationship patterns leave someone feeling anxious, abandoned or unsure about intimacy. Client-centred therapy centres on the person in the room, offering non-judgemental listening so people can find their own solutions and feel understood. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviours keep problems going and uses experiments and short tasks to reduce anxiety and panic.Finding the right mix is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose which approaches feel useful, and will adjust methods as goals and needs change. Clients and the therapist agree what to try and review progress together at regular points.
Please confirm which online session formats are currently offered before booking, as the profile does not list specific formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - they can reduce travel time, allow appointments around work or family commitments, and let people join from different locations. Some sessions may be better suited to a shorter check-in, while others use conversational or experiential work that needs more time, and the therapist will discuss this with each person when arranging sessions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Tamil
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Rines help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, low self-esteem and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as abandonment and attachment concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses an integrative, client-centred approach that combines talking, practical steps and awareness exercises to address patterns that keep problems going.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of experience working as a counsellor, as stated in his profile.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
His biography records membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and he is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Tamil.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients, according to the profile information provided.
How are sessions billed or paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to start therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.