Helen Allen
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About me
Hi, I’m Helen and I offer an open and inclusive space to over-thinkers and high achievers, whether they’re individuals or couples. Those with the feeling that whilst life might (or might not!) look good, something is missing.
What issues do I work with?
Anything really….. but most of my clients come to me feeling one of the emotions below:
*A loss of sense of who you are – or you don’t feel seen or heard.
*Stress driven by a fear you can’t quite put your finger on.
*Anxiety, overthinking and loss of connection.
*Loneliness, isolation and a feeling like you’re not valued anymore.
*Feeling so overwhelmed with responsibilities that you can no longer find happiness.
*Being trapped in a life of your own design that you no longer like.
*A crushing feeling of sadness and hopelessness. *Curious about how you can improve or refresh your relationship.
In your counselling sessions, you are not your job, the roles you have played in life, nor the mistakes you’ve made in the past . During the therapy process we will find the right balance between “I hear you” and “let’s figure this out”.
Sometimes we need time and space to pause and get an extra pair of eyes on the situation for clarity and awareness. Then we can explore what’s holding you back and causing a lack of connection. Finally, we choose a way forward, with less stress, increased resilience and greater harmony – whatever that looks like.
So if you’re ready to be brave and enjoy a breath of fresh air, I’m ready to empower you to live your life the way you want to live it and do what makes you feel happy. I look forward to meeting you.
Some testimonials from recent clients are below:
“Guided by Helen’s calm and approachable nature, I was able to open up, process and see clarity in past trauma that I had hidden for years. I looked forward to weekly meets with Helen. She helped me lift a dark cloud that often felt all consuming. Non judgemental, personalised therapy sessions have brought clarity and freedom - I am very grateful. Thank you for being patient, kind and understanding. Your time & expertise has made a huge impact and I will forever acknowledge the value of our sessions”
Female, 34
"Right from the first session, Helen has made me feel at ease and comfortable to talk about anything. She is a great listener, but the real value I found in talking with Helen was the understanding she has helped me build in myself, my needs and my life. My perspectives have shifted and I feel more confident in handling traumatic experiences. I hope everyone finds a Helen that can help them in a similar way."
Male, 36
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold a Diploma in Person Centred Counselling and Psychotherapy - Glyndwr University
Level 6 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy- Bangor University
Mindfulness for Practitioners.
Therapeutic Group Facilitation
Fundamental's of Working with Couples
Introduction to working with OCD
I have also completed additional training on:
- Working with LGBTQIA+ Clients,
- Working with Children and Young People
- Bereavement counselling
- Complex PTSD
- Working creatively with burnout and stress
- Sex, arousal and aging.
Utilising my qualifications in Person Centred Therapy, CBT and Mindfulness we will unpick and explore where any issues stem from.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I have significant experience in working with grief. The loss of a loved one has a dramatic effect of those left behind. Sometimes it doesn’t feel possible to know how to move forwards and carry on living life. Counselling offers a valuable spaced to fully explore our feelings and work out a way to carry on.
I have lived experience and work with clients who experience sudden loss or who are impacted by suicide.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£45.00 - £90.00
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Individual counselling sessions are £60 per 50 minute session.
Couples therapy sessions are £90 for a 80 minute session.
As I am currently in the process of completing Couples Therapy training I am offering sessions at a reduced rate of £75 per session.
I also offer stand alone individual sessions of 90 minutes, this would give us the opportunity to focus on a single issue such as navigating a specific relationship issue or finding a way forward with a work related situation. These sessions cost £90.
*I currently have space for a new evening client on a Monday face to face.*
I currently have a waiting list for concessionary spaces at a cost of £45 for individual online therapy.
Please get in touch to discuss your individual financial needs.
I offer a discount to counsellors in training.
I also work with Modern Health, a work based counselling platform and Vitality insurance. Please get into touch if you need any support to access these services.
When I work
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I am able to accommodate shift workers for daytime counselling sessions and happy to offer sessions on either a weekly basis or every other week.
Further information
After you have reached out to me I will contact you to arrange a free 30 minute consultation to make sure we are a good fit and that you feel comfortable talking to me. Following this, I will send you my therapeutic contract for you to review and finalise arrangements for our first conversation
