About me
Are you struggling with your mental health? Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in a cycle of thoughts? Is trying to hold everything together exhausting? Are you feeling misunderstood in relationships and at work? I provide a warm and supportive accepting space to explore what you are going through, with issues around anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, borderline personality disorder (BPD), low self-confidence and low self-esteem. I help you to explore your possibilities through creating a therapeutic relationship.
Hi, my name is Helen, and I am a Gestalt Counsellor offering a supportive space where you can explore your experiences at your own pace.
I work with people who are struggling, feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of themselves. I also have a particular passion for working with individuals with ADHD and autism. I recognise the unique challenges and strengths that come with neurodiversity.
My approach focuses on helping you become more aware of your thoughts, feelings, and body sensations in the present moment. Together, we will gently explore what is going on for you, helping you make sense of your experiences and develop a clearer understanding of yourself.
I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment where you feel heard and respected. Through our work, you may begin to notice patterns, build self-confidence, and discover new ways of responding to life’s challenges.
I’m here to support you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Professional Training:
- Level 5 Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) Gestalt Counselling (BACP2025)
- Level 4 Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) in Humanistic Counselling (BACP2024)
- Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies (CPCAB, 2023)
- Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (CPCAB, 2022)
- CPCAB Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling (2025)
- Level 1 Diploma in ADHD Coaching (2025)
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism, Cambridge Regional College (2025)
Experience:
- Volunteer Counsellor at You Trust Counselling. Portsmouth
- Volunteer Counsellor at Paragon
- Volunteer Counsellor at Society of St James, Portsmouth
- Support Worker at Off The Record Hampshire
- Volunteer Counsellor at Off The Record Hampshire
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
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).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£50.00 - £55.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
My standard counselling fee is £55 for a 50-minute session, with a reduced fee of £50 available for clients who may benefit from a lower-cost option, subject to availability. All payments must be made 24 hours in advance to secure your place.
If you would like to request a reduced-fee session, please mention this when you contact me. There is no need to explain your personal circumstances or provide financial details. I will simply let you know whether a reduced-fee space is currently available
I offer flexible session arrangements, including weekly or fortnightly counselling, depending on your individual needs and circumstances. Longer sessions may also be available by request, where appropriate.
I believe counselling should feel accessible wherever possible, so if you are unsure whether counselling is right for you, or you have questions about fees, session frequency or how I work, please get in touch. You don't need to have the right words or know exactly what you need; reaching out can simply be the first step towards feeling more understood and supported. I would be happy to have an initial conversation and explore whether we might be a good fit to work together.
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Further information
I can offer warm, compassionate and confidential counselling in Portsmouth, with online counselling available across the UK. As a qualified Gestalt counsellor with lived experience of ADHD and neurodiversity, I understand how difficult it can be to feel overwhelmed, misunderstood or exhausted from masking.
My counselling approach is neurodiversity-affirming and person-centred, supporting adults experiencing ADHD, autism, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, stress and emotional overwhelm. I also have ongoing professional education in trauma, alcohol misuse and domestic abuse, enabling me to work sensitively and safely with clients who have experienced complex or challenging life experiences.
I work collaboratively with you to create a safe, accepting, and inclusive space where you can explore your experiences without judgment and at your own pace. I recognise that everyone's experiences are different, and I will never expect you to fit a particular mould or have everything figured out before starting counselling.
I prioritise ethical and safe practice and engage in regular clinical supervision to support reflective, responsible and effective therapeutic work.
Whether you are exploring ADHD or autism, struggling with anxiety or low self-esteem, recovering from trauma, experiencing the impact of domestic abuse or alcohol misuse, or simply feeling that life has become too much, I can provide a space for you to explore your true self and what you need.
If you feel my approach may be right for you, you're warmly invited to get in touch. You don't need to know exactly what you need from counselling; we can simply start with a conversation about what is bringing you here and how I may be able to support you.
