Meet Rachel

Growing up, I often felt invisible and unheard. As a teenager, I faced sexual abuse that left deep emotional scars. In my struggle to cope with the pain, I turned to invisibility and hiding as a way to express my hurt. I carried this weight for years, thinking I was the one at fault, feeling isolated and lost.

When I became a Mum, I hoped to create a different environment for my daughter using my prior experience and work with children and teenagers. However, I soon found myself facing my own challenges as she began to struggle with her emotions, often resorting to meltdowns and aggression toward herself and me.

The physical and emotional pain was overwhelming. I felt as if I was on a rollercoaster, with my daughter’s outbursts pushing me to my limits. I knew there had to be a better way to navigate these turbulent waters. With my background as a play specialist and family worker within the NHS, I had witnessed the incredible power of play in healing and connection. This experience ignited a spark within me, prompting me to explore alternative approaches to emotional well-being.

I immersed myself in research, reading everything I could find on emotional health and well-being. I pursued additional training, diving deep into understanding the mind-body-heart connection.

I soon realised that understanding our physiology is key to unlocking our potential and overcoming our struggles.

This journey of self-discovery and healing has led me to create The Teen Whisperer. Through this work, I strive to empower young women and their families, offering them the tools to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience. Together, we can break the cycle of pain and transform struggles into strength, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.