Helen Aitchison
About me
Hi. I'm Helen and I am a counsellor and psychotherapist working with individuals offering both long and short term work.
I work in Acomb in York and provide a safe space to help you work through whatever issues you are facing in a compassionate and empathic way. I believe that anyone can make positive changes if they want to, and I will support you to do this. I understand how easy it can be to feel stuck, and I know that counselling can offer a way through this.
I have experience in supporting people suffering from anxiety and depression, relationship issues, loss and loneliness, family issues and trauma. I welcome enquiries from anyone wanting to explore their experiences and make change and will happily discuss your needs with you.
You will be offered an initial assessment session where we will discuss your needs and expectations and decide from there if you wish to begin counselling. This is also an opportunity for you to talk through any concerns you may have and ask any questions.
I am currently offering all sessions either over the phone or online.
Training, qualifications & experience
UKCP accredited counsellor and psychotherapist. I have experience working long term with adults and also offering shorter term work with young people, covering a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, abuse, family difficulties, work issues, loss and trauma and bereavement.
Member organisations
Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
UK Council for Psychotherapy
The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
Accredited Register Scheme
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Availability
Please contact me for further information regarding my availability.
