Helen Leach, Dip. Couns. MBACP

About me

I was trained as an integrative therapist, which has enabled me to explore several different approaches to therapy.  During my time in practice, I have become aware that no single approach works for everyone. I, therefore, work alongside my clients in finding the best approach for them.

Throughout my years in practice, I have found that both adults and children can often struggle to find the words to speak about upsetting and confusing experiences. Thoughts and feelings can often be painful to address, so people will often seek to avoid thinking about them. Metaphorically speaking, we put things in boxes and lock them shut. But sometimes these boxes open at inconvenient times, thus taking us straight back to the thoughts and emotions we have been trying so hard to avoid.

We all experience different kinds of challenges in life, and what may be difficult for one person, may not be to another. We must all learn not to judge our experiences by those of others. If you are struggling to manage emotions and thoughts, this is when therapy can help.

Sometimes people are better able to find answers to their problems with some support or help from another person. Sometimes they just need to wait until the right time, and sometimes they need to find a way to think it through gradually.

As an integrative therapist, I will work with you to explore the most effective way for you to engage in therapy.  Through gaining a new understanding of life's issues, this will lead to an increased sense of confidence, a greater sense of control in life, a restored sense of identity, and consequently a fuller, happier life.