Helen Bruce

I am a registered psychotherapist with 18 years’ experience providing Integrative-Relational Psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) face-to-face, over Zoom, or by telephone. I offer concessions to students; people on low incomes; and those receiving unemployment benefits.  

As an integrative psychotherapist I am able to consider the issues you bring from a range of clinical perspectives and will tailor our work together to meet your specific needs in the most effective way possible. 

Issues I work with include low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, loss and bereavement, stress, anger, abuse, coercive control, identity issues, trauma, post-traumatic stress, menopause, body image, phobias, compulsions, panic disorder, illness, loss of motivation, dilemma resolution, misattributed parentage experience, and existential crises.

I work with people of all ages, from diverse backgrounds, and am passionate about achieving therapeutic outcomes that are positive and long-lasting. I combine evidence-based, cognitive behavioural techniques with deeper analytical and philosophical therapy to ensure that we get to the root of the issue, whilst finding the solutions that work best for you. 

My approach is warm and empathic and I offer a safe, confidential space in which difficult thoughts and feelings can be explored without judgement. Our work together will enable you to ‘tilt the lens’ and gain new perspectives on yourself, your relationships and the issues you are struggling with, empowering you to move forward in life with clarity and an increased sense of choice and autonomy. 

In addition to my private practice, I have also worked extensively for the NHS and the charity sector and am currently completing a research doctorate. The way I work is collaborative and respectful and, guided by your specific needs, I will use my knowledge and experience to help you:

• Identify and challenge self-defeating patterns of relationship, thought, feeling, or behaviour
• Develop an increased sense of self-acceptance and self-esteem
• Work through feelings of grief, guilt, shame, anger or fear
• Manage symptoms of anxiety or depression, whilst also addressing the underlying issues
• Understand how past experiences may be impacting present difficulties
• Resolve cycles of trauma/post-traumatic stress
• Explore the existential challenges of being human - from mortality and meaning, to personal choice and responsibility - to ensure you are living life authentically and to your full potential.

I provide both short-term therapy (typically 6-12 weeks) and longer-term/open-ended therapy, as required. Therapy sessions last fifty minutes and usually take place at the same time each week. Where this is not possible I’m happy to arrange a more flexible schedule to fit around work or family commitments.

As a first step I offer a free, introductory, 20-minute telephone call so that we can briefly discuss the issues you are struggling with and you can ask any questions you may have – it’s a good way to find out whether I’m the type of therapist you are looking for. Please use the online facility to book.

If you’d like to book a therapy session (in person, over Zoom, or over the telephone) please call/text 07790 366314 or send me an email . I look forward to speaking with you.

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As a first step I offer a free, introductory, 20-minute telephone consultation. This allows us to briefly discuss your requirements for therapy to ensure that I can offer the type of support you are looking for. Please text 07790 366314 to book, or use the online booking facility for Introductory Calls.

Fees & Concessions:

Standard fee per 50-minute therapy session (in person or over Zoom): £60

Concessionary rate for people on low incomes, per 50-minute therapy session (in person or over Zoom): £40

Concessionary rate for people receiving unemployment benefits and students in full-time education, per 50-minute therapy session (over Zoom): £25

Payment:

Fees are payable 24 hours prior to each session via bank transfer, or in cash at start of the session.

Cancellations:

Cancellations less than 24 hours prior to a session are payable in full, however I will always work with you to try and reschedule where possible.