About me
Hi, I’m Helen. Founder of Seeds of Becoming. I offer a warm, compassionate and non judgemental space where you can talk openly, feel heard and begin to make sense of what you have been through.
I have a particular focus on supporting women and men affected by domestic abuse. coercive control and unhealthy relationships. This maybe something you are experiencing now, something that happened in a past relationship, or something you witnessed or lived around as a child.
Domestic abuse is not always physical, it can be emotional, psychological, financial, sexual or controlling. Over time, these experiences can leave you feeling anxious, frightened, ashamed, confused or constantly on alert. You may find yourself questioning your own judgement, struggling to trust others, losing confidence or feeling as though you have lost part of who you once were.
For adults who grew up around domestic abuse, the effects can sometimes continue long after childhood. You may notice fear of conflict, people pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, low self-worth, anxiety or patterns in relationships that you do not fully understand.
You don't need a label for what happened to you, and you do not need to know exactly what to say. You can simply come as you are. We can begin with how you are feeling now and work together at a pace that feels right for you.
Alongside my counselling practice, I have experience supporting people affected by domestic abuse through Women's Aid. I understand how difficult it can be to speak about experiences that may have involved fear, shame, confusion or self-doubt.
I also support adults experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, low mood, low self-esteem, loss, grief and difficult life challenges. Sometimes these feelings are connected to past experiences, sometimes they are part of what life is bringing right now.
Counselling is your space. There is no judgement and no pressure to tell your whole story before you are ready, Together, we can begin to understand what has happened, rebuild confidence and self-worth, strengthen boundaries and help you move towards feeling safer, calmer and more like yourself again.
I am sincerer and trustworthy, and my aim is to build a therapeutic relationship where you can feel safe, respected and valued. I will listen to understand you, supporting you as you begin to rebuild confidence, recognise your strengths and feel more empowered in your life.
You do not have to know where to start- we can start there together.
At Seeds of Becoming, I believe that with the right support, change is possible. A small seed of hope can grow into belief, and belief can lead towards inner freedom.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice.
- Level 4 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling theory.
- Level 3 Diploma in Hypnotherapy and introduction to Counselling.
- Accredited Registrant of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
- Registered member of the Hypnotherapy Society
- Volunteer counsellor at Nottingham Women's Aid, supporting survivors of domestic abuse
- Committed to ongoing Continuing Professional Development( CPD).supervision and ethical practice.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Alongside counselling and hypnotherapy, I offer support for personal growth, confidence, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing and life transitions. I also volunteer at Women's Aid. giving me valuable experience supporting women affected by all types of domestic abuse, emotional, physical, financial, sexual and mental abuse, which is experienced total different for each individual. My role is to empower you by offering collaborative therapies to suit you. Not every size fits all.
Therapy should be tailored to each individual, creating a safe and compassionate space with trust, where lasting change can begin.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£50.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Individual counselling | hypnotherapy sessions £50
block of six sessions £250 (saving of £50 compared to individual sessions).
Student rates: £45 per session
Older adult rate: £45 per session
Payments can be made by bank transfer before your appointment by cash on the day.
I understand that therapy is an investment, I aim to make your commitment as easy and stress free as possible, therefore if weekly sessions aren't affordable we can discuss whether fortnightly sessions would be suitable for your needs.
When I work
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Further information
I offer face-to-face counselling in a private, comfortable therapy room, as well as online and telephone sessions for those who prefer to access support from home. I also offer walk-and-talk sessions.
My approach is warm, collaborative and led by you. I will never expect you to disclose more than you feel ready to share. We can work gently at your pace, whether you are trying to understand a currant situation, make sense of past experiences, rebuild confidence and boundaries, or simply have a safe place to talk.
I understand that taking the first step into counselling can feel daunting. You are welcome just as you are - there is no pressure to have the right words or know where to begin.
The effects of abuse has no limits to your feelings and is totally different for each person, please know you are not alone and your feelings matter. You matter.
