Helen Breakwell

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PNCPS Accredited, P.Dip, BA (hons)

About me

Helen (PNCPS Accredited) 

Welcome to my page.

As an integrative therapist, i've trained and have experience of working in different types of therapy (eg. CBT, psychodynamic and eco therapy). I will explain each type and how it may help. I try to make sure all my clients are comfortable, feel listened to and understood, to help them get to a place where they feel more positive and in control of their life.

After qualifying in 2018, I completed my Professional Accreditation in 2025.  I have had the opportunity to work with hundreds of people and measure client progress and routinely ask for feedback (see below). 

"Helen has guided me through with warmth, kindness and compassion... She gave me the strategies and tools to help myself... whilst being an invaluable source of comfort and strength. Helen has brought me to a place where I know that I can continue to become stronger."

Therapy can help you develop long term ways of looking after your mental health, support healthy functioning and improve relationships to help you move forward. 

Sessions can take place online, outdoors or in a clinical room.

I hope this information will help you consider me for your therapy. Please get in touch, i'm happy to answer your questions or book a free consultation.

Training, qualifications & experience

Experience​

After qualifying in 2018 I have worked with clients on issues including abuse, ADHD, anxiety, bereavement, depression, family issues, health concerns, menopause, neurodiversity, relationships, stress and trauma.​​

Therapy experience includes for: Marches Counselling Service (Hereford) , Care for the Carers (Sussex), Worcester Sixth Form College, Cruse Bereavement Care and employee assistance programmes. ​​​​​I also work as a Specialist Mental Health Mentor with students in higher education (since 2020). Also, work as a manager for the Association of Child Psychotherapists and senior communications for Cancer Research UK (London).

Training and certifications

Professionally Accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society. With a Diploma in Professional Studies: Counselling (BACP accredited) and a Certificate from the University of the West of England, Bristol. I have an enhanced DBS certificate - working with children and adults.

​Further selected training:

  • Understanding anxiety, depression and CBT [University of Reading]
  • Eco Psychology and Nature-Based Practice (Natural Academy)
  • Awareness in Bereavement Care [Cruse]
  • Trauma informed training working with people with learning disabilities and autism [Respond]
  • Counselling for Young People (University of the West of England)

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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NCPS
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

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Accredited register membership

National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
Accredited Register Scheme

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National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£60.00 per session

Concessions offered for

  • Low income
  • Students
  • Trainee counsellors
  • Unemployed

Additional information

The charge is £60 for a 50 minute session (usually weekly). There are some lower cost sessions available, please ask. A free phone consultation is available, if you would like to talk before booking a session. 

Pay by BACS transfer or payment link.

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

Ask if you have preferred availability  

Further information

Sessions are online, phone, outdoors or in a clinical room (additional cost incurred). Outdoor sessions on the Malvern hills (Worcestershire/Herefordshire).

Free online consultation (around 20 minutes) is available for any questions before starting therapy. 

Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Organisations
Employee Assistance Programme

Key details

DBS check

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Wheelchair user access
Wheelchair user access

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Online platforms

Whatsapp
Zoom
Google Meet