Helen Lord
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About me
As a Pluralistic Counsellor, I bring a wealth of experience working with adults, children, and young people. I specialise in helping individuals who have experienced trauma, loss, self-harm, and those struggling with low self-worth and self-esteem.
Life can be challenging, and at times, it can leave us feeling vulnerable, frustrated, angry, sad, anxious, or even depressed. Many of us may struggle to make sense of difficult experiences, and the path forward can feel confusing or overwhelming. My role is to support you in your personal exploration, providing a safe and non-judgmental space to process your thoughts and feelings.
Rather than giving advice or telling you what to do, I aim to empower you by offering guidance to explore different options, make informed choices, rediscover your identity, and ultimately, help you accept yourself as you are. Together, we will work towards understanding the impact of past and present events on your life and relationships, with the goal of fostering a sense of peace within yourself and your connections to others.
"Peace – it does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble, or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart." (Unknown)
Training, qualifications & experience
With over a decade of experience in mental health, education, and therapy, I run a well-established private practice where I welcome individuals from all walks of life, regardless of gender, sexual identity, age, neurodiversity, or background. My approach is grounded in inclusivity, empathy, and a deep commitment to supporting my clients through life's challenges.
I bring a wealth of experience gained from diverse settings, including primary and secondary schools, special educational needs provisions, a women's charity, and corporate environments. This broad range of experience allows me to connect with clients across various contexts, helping them navigate both current and historical trauma, develop resilience, and uncover their lost potential.
For over ten years, I have worked in education, supporting children and young people to process trauma, build emotional strength, and thrive amidst the pressures of adolescence. I am particularly skilled at working with individuals who are neurodivergent, having supported numerous clients through their assessment and diagnosis of ASD and ADHD.
In addition to one-on-one therapy, I have significant experience in writing and delivering training packages, presenting webinars, and facilitating forums focused on mental health and wellbeing in both personal and professional settings. I am also trained in coaching and mentoring, providing a holistic approach to my clients’ growth and self-discovery.
I am qualified in Person-Centered Therapeutic Counselling and hold a Diploma in this field. I have further training in coaching, mentoring, and Gender, Sex, Erotic, and Relational Diversity, and I am also qualified to offer Counselling and Psychotherapy Supervision.
My practice is a space where everyone can feel heard, supported, and empowered to explore their own unique journey toward healing and personal growth.
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Trauma-Informed Therapy: Experienced in providing therapeutic support to individuals who have experienced trauma, using evidence-based approaches to help them heal and regain control of their lives.
Resilience Building: Skilled at helping clients develop emotional resilience, particularly in the face of adversity, trauma, and life transitions.
Neurodivergent Support: Specialised knowledge in working with individuals who are neurodivergent, providing tailored support for those with ASD, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental conditions.
Mental Health & Wellbeing Advocacy: Passionate about advocating for mental health and wellbeing, with experience leading initiatives and raising awareness on mental health issues in both personal and professional settings.
Crisis Management: Ability to remain calm and provide support during high-stress situations, helping clients manage crises effectively.
Supervision & Mentoring: Experienced in providing clinical supervision and mentoring to other practitioners, offering guidance and support to foster their professional growth.
Group Facilitation: Skilled in facilitating group therapy and support groups, providing a safe space for individuals to share and learn from one another.
Personal Development Coaching: Expertise in helping clients achieve personal goals, increase self-awareness, and navigate life changes through coaching techniques.
Workplace Wellbeing Programs: Proficient in developing and delivering wellbeing initiatives for corporate clients, focusing on stress management, work-life balance, and mental health.
Diversity and Inclusion: Strong background in creating inclusive spaces for clients of diverse backgrounds, including supporting gender, sexual, and relational diversity.
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer a variety of services tailored to meet your needs, with flexible options to accommodate different preferences. Please see below for my current fee structure:
Individual Therapy Sessions:
£55 per 50-minute session
Supervision for Therapists & Counsellors:
£60 per 60-minute session
£90 per 90-minute session
Employee Assistance Programs & Corporate Wellbeing:
Custom pricing based on the scope of services
Webinars & Workshops:
Custom pricing based on the scope of services
Payment Methods:
Payments can be made via Bank Transfer or cash and are due at the time of booking or prior to the session. Please get in touch for more information on payment plans or to discuss your specific requirements.
Sliding Scale & Concessions:
I understand that financial circumstances can vary. If cost is a barrier to accessing therapy or coaching, please feel free to reach out to discuss sliding scale options or concessionary fees.
