About me
Hello, I'm Helen. Thank you for visiting my profile.
I am passionate about helping clients from all backgrounds to navigate challenges; to make better and healthier choices; to get to the root of anxieties and worries in a safe and confidential space, and to feel supported in the process of discovery and healing. I offer a constructive and non-judgemental approach informed by my training in Transactional Analysis and nourished by my interest and continuing professional development in other modalities. I regard the relationship between client and therapist as the key mechanism for change, and work with you to arrive at a process suitable to your needs and responsive to your individuality.
I offer a calm, thoughtful space where we can take time to understand what’s going on for you and what might help. My work is grounded, collaborative, and tailored to each person rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach.
I work at a pace that feels manageable, paying close attention to what feels safe and useful for you. Therapy with me isn’t about being “analysed” or pushed — it’s about developing understanding, choice, and compassion for yourself.
I have seven years' experience in counselling and psychotherapy and extensive experience working interculturally in the helping professions. My background is in education. I have worked with a wide variety of issues at the busy and diverse Metanoia Counselling and Psychotherapy Service in Ealing, London, Cogwheel Counselling in Cambridge, Frontline 19 as part of the pandemic response, and, most recently, for the past few years in private practice. I am happy to work short-, medium-, or long-term, depending on what you'd like to achieve from our time together.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have seven years' experience in counselling and psychotherapy and extensive experience working interculturally in the helping professions. My background is in education. I have worked with a wide variety of issues at the busy and diverse Metanoia Counselling and Psychotherapy Service in Ealing, London, Cogwheel Counselling in Cambridge, Frontline 19 as part of the pandemic response, and, most recently, for the past few years in private practice. I am happy to work short-, medium-, or long-term, depending on what you'd like to achieve from our time together.
If you'd like to discuss how I might be able to help you make sense of your place in the world and improve your relationships with yourself and with others, please get in touch for an initial consultation. Sessions take place in a comfortable and private outside office space or online.
Qualifications:
Advanced Diploma in Transactional Analysis (TA) Psychotherapeutic Counselling (Level 6), Metanoia Institute (2021)
Advanced Diploma in TA Psychotherapy (Level 7), Metanoia Institute (2023)
MSc in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy, Middlesex University (2023)
Certified Transactional Analyst - Psychotherapy (2023)
Provisional Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst in Psychotherapy (PTSTA - P) (2024)
Advanced Certificate in Relationship, Sex, and Sexuality Counselling, Jonathan Lake (Spring 2022)
MA in Comparative Literature, Goldsmith's College, University of London (2015)
Post-Graduate Certificate in English Secondary Education (PGCE), University of Cambridge (2007)
BA (Hons) in English Language & Communication, King's College London, University of London (2006)
I am currently working towards a Diploma in Supervision via TA East Institute (2025 onwards)
I am a member of the following organisations and abide by their ethical codes and practices:
The United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)
The Metanoia Institute
The International Association of Relational Transactional Analysis (IARTA)
The European Association of Transactional Analysis (EATA)
I hold a DBS Certificate and I have full professional liability insurance.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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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
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£61.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
£61 per 50-minute session.
When I work
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My working hours are 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Monday to Friday, and Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. I have good availability on Tuesdays, and on Wednesday afternoons.
Further information
I will be expanding my working hours from September to include Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, with regular appointments at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m.
