WAYFINDING

I offer counselling for individuals and couples,
mediation and reiki to support you on your journey.

My Services

Counselling

I am a relational counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Relational counselling recognises that our relationships with ourselves, with others and with the world have a profound impact on how we experience life.

I work with individuals and couples (including partners, friends and family members) offering a warm, collaborative and non-judgemental space. Together we can explore patterns, feelings and experiences, with the aim of developing greater understanding, self-awareness and choice.

My approach is intuitive, responding to each person, and couple, individually rather than following a fixed model. I am an integrative counsellor, drawing, among others, on attachment, psychodynamic and existential theories.

Reiki

Reiki is a gentle, relaxing practice that offers time and space to pause, unwind and reconnect with yourself. At the beginning of each session, we take time to set an intention — this might be something you would like to focus on, release, or simply an intention to rest and receive.

Reiki is a non-invasive complementary therapy that involves me placing my hands lightly on or just above the body, according to your comfort and preferences.

Sessions provide an opportunity to slow down and cultivate a sense of calm and wellbeing. Reiki can be experienced as a supportive practice alongside other forms of care, with each session tailored to the individual.

My approach is gentle, respectful and centred on creating a safe, comfortable space where you can simply be.

Mediation

Mediation provides a safe, structured and impartial space for people to work through conflict and find a way forward together. It can be helpful for couples, family members, friends, colleagues or others who are experiencing difficulties in their private or work relationships.

As a mediator, I support each person to be heard and understood, while helping to create respectful and constructive communication.

The focus is not on deciding who is right or wrong, but on exploring the issues, identifying what matters to everyone involved, and working towards mutually acceptable agreements.

My approach is compassionate, non-judgemental and collaborative, with an emphasis on listening, understanding and finding practical ways forward.

Bookings & Fees

I offer face-to-face sessions in central Edinburgh near Waverley Station and online sessions. To book a session, please e-mail me: rebekka.benzie@gmail.com

Fees:
Individual Counselling (60 minutes) – £70
Couples Counselling (60 minutes) – £80
Couples Counselling (90 minutes) – £120
Mediation for two (90 minutes) – £120
Mediation for groups – duration and cost to be discussed
Reiki (80 minutes) – £90
Please get in touch to discuss possible concessions.

About Rebekka

I am a relational counsellor, mediator and reiki practitioner. I value community, connection and creating spaces where people feel heard and able to show themselves.

I began my professional life as a journalist and analyst in London in 2006, experiences that taught me to listen carefully, ask questions and value different perspectives. After having my three children and living in Stockholm, I decided to retrain and move into work that is more directly focused on people and relationships. I trained as an integration coach for refugees and immigrants in Berlin, followed by training as a mediator, specialising in cross-border family mediation.

My family and I moved to a small seaside town in Scotland in 2023 to slow down our lifestyle and build a deeper connection to nature. I trained as a relational counsellor at The Spark in Glasgow and qualified in August 2026 (with Distinction). My counselling and mediation approach is intuitive and grounded in empathy, authenticity and a deep respect and curiosity for each person's individual experience.

My qualifications also include: Reiki Practitioner Level 2 (Scotland, February 2026); Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR, Scotland, June 2021); Cross-Border Family Mediation (Germany, September 2020); Mediation (Germany, March 2020); Integration Coach (Germany, October 2019).

Alongside my professional work, I am a trustee for Groundswell Scotland, a charity that offers surf therapy to women. I love being in or near the sea, practising yoga, walking our dog, sitting in circle, and spending time connecting with my family, friends and wider community.