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Helen Willoughby, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Helen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Helen. View 24 reviews
Great news, Helen is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

Helen is very attentive, a very good listener and is able to give the support I need. She is empathetic and is able to give very encouraging advice.

Sep 2024

Helen is fantastic ⭐️ So patient, professional and supportive. Thank you for everything

Sep 2024

More about Helen

  • 22 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP, NCPS

Hi, I have been a therapist since 2003 and before that I was a nurse for many years. I have a private practice and have worked with clients with a range of issues including, sexuality, mental health, relationships, gender, grieving, low self confidence, family issues, abuse and sexual abuse,

I offer a safe environment for my clients and will use many different counselling models including, person centred, CBT, Gestalt and others as well. I will treat you as an individual and work with you in a kind and compassionate manner and at the beginning I will answer any questions or doubts you may have.

Counselling sometimes is not easy and takes courage but it gives you a time to be kind to yourself and a time to breath. If you are ready to take that first step I will be here to support you and work with you in going forward.

I look forward to working with you.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions LGBT Trauma and abuse Eating disorders Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and Geriatric Issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Body image Chronic pain illness and disability Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic Violence Drug and Alcohol Addiction Eating and Food-Related Issues Expats Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Fatherhood Issues Fertility Issues Forgiveness Gender Dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and End of Life Counseling Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Men's issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Narcissism Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality Disorders Phobias Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and Discrimination Process addiction (porn exercise gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-Harm Self-love Sex Addiction Sexual Assault and Abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Visually Impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 384407 · Expires November 2024
  • NCPS · United Kingdom · NCS23-02395 · Expires June 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space. Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Helen Willoughby

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

24 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Helped Thank you Professional Supportive Empathetic Helping Understanding Wonderful Amazing

Helen is very attentive, a very good listener and is able to give the support I need. She is empathetic and is able to give very encouraging advice.

Sep 2024

Helen is fantastic ⭐️ So patient, professional and supportive. Thank you for everything

Sep 2024

Helen is warm and approachable and very helpful in her practise. I am finding therapy with her very useful and would definitely recommend her as a practitioner.

Sep 2024

She is very patient and knowledgeable about her profession. She also listens and doesn’t judge, and prompts when needed. I would definitely recommend her to others.

Jul 2024

Big help

Jul 2024

Kind, compassionate and patient

Jun 2024

Helen helped me regain confidence in myself - learn how to be independent and truly look after and prioritise myself so I can look after others in return! I’m so grateful for her help over the last few months - it’s wonderful to know truly kind, caring and non-judgemental people are there for you when you need. Thank you for everything Helen!

Jun 2024

While I have only had 3 sessions with Helen, I have felt comfortable telling her anything and everything that I need to say. Each time, I feel she gets to know me better and asks questions that let me know she's really listening.

May 2024

Helen supports me & is non-judgemental. I look forward to our sessions.

Apr 2024

I have only had one session to date, but in this session, Helen was accepting and compassionate to my needs. Patient and non judgemental. As a therapist myself, these are the essential traits I look for in a therapist. Thank you Helen x

Mar 2024

She is very understanding and ,without being patronising. She understands my concerns and offers me ways to explore my issues that are new and professional, and arent just generic platitudes.

Feb 2024

I was having sessions with Helen for year. She is amazing and understanding person and creates safe environment where you can share anything without feeling judged. Definitely recommend her.

Jan 2024

Helen is incredibly caring and empathetic. She truly does a wonderful job at helping me hold myself accountable and helping me continue to grow and find myself more and more with each session.

Dec 2023

Helen has held me in a very supportive way, helping me to see through the cobwebs. I always feel a little closer to myself after meeting with her, which is such a relief. I appreciate her non-judgemental approach and, within a short space of time, she's understood the complex cultural lens through which I live my life. Highly recommend Helen.

Oct 2023

Helen has listened to me and encouraged me to acknowledge what I really want with my relationships (even if it's scary). Over time, I have been able to identify behavioral patterns in toxic relationships and how I had responded to them. Helen has been a friend to me when I really needed someone to talk to.

Oct 2023

Helen is an attentive individual who exhibits a non-judgmental attitude. She displays a deep understanding of my perspective and has helped me recognize aspects of myself that I previously refused to acknowledge.

Oct 2023

I’m so happy that better helped matched me with Helen, she’s heaven sent and a true professional in her field. Helen has helped me through some of my hard days and have helped me achieve all my therapy goals. She always on time, calm, has phenomenal listening and comprehending skills but most importantly she puts your needs and what you want to accomplish first. 10/10 I would definitely recommend Helen. Helen I want to express sincere thanks for your time and effort in always encouraging to be a better version of myself , your truly a gem! Thanks again for everything! God bless

Sep 2023

After speaking with Helen I often find a renew source of strength, she is kind, supportive, and insightful. I am grateful for her support!

Aug 2023

Very supportive and professional counselling, highly recommend!

Jun 2023

Helen has made a positive impact to my life and relationships. I feel more empowered to take the necessary actions. The weekly sessions, chat function and journaling to communicate with each other have been of great value. Thank you Helen and Betterhelp.

Jun 2023

I been working with Helen for a few months now and I have made a lots of progress, even people around me told me I changed and became a differemt person. I feel comfortable talkin about everything with Helen and she always guide me so that I can heal by myself. I recommend her !

May 2023

Helen has been my rock during a really unsettling time, she gave me space to talk and is a wonderful listener always full of good advice. Highly recommend her as a counsellor if you need a friend. Thank you Helen!

Jan 2023

I've been working with Helen on some issues for the past couple of months. She has been kind, patient, empathetic and very helpful in approaching the issues in my life and identifying possible steps I can take to improve them. Her experience truly shines through when it comes to knowing when is the right time to dive deeper into some issues above others. Cannot recommend Helen more strongly.

Nov 2022

Helen has been a great therapist during my journey at BetterHelp, I started with very fragile emotions and not knowing how to move forward in life after a sad breakup and severely heavy workload. She have listened compassionately and shared valuable life insights. She has guided me through self healing, finding my voice and realising my own worth - she did it very gently as I look back on the sessions I had, which was amazing!

Sep 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Helen Willoughby offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Helen Willoughby works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Helen Willoughby speak?

Helen Willoughby speaks English.

How many years of experience does Helen Willoughby have?

Helen Willoughby has 22 years of experience.

Where is Helen Willoughby licensed to practice?

Helen Willoughby is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Helen Willoughby accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Helen Willoughby accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Helen Willoughby offer?

Helen Willoughby offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Helen Willoughby?

Helen Willoughby can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Helen Willoughby?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.