- Person-centred approach
- Practical coping tools
- Works in English
About Helen
Helen Yates is a counsellor who helps people facing money and financial issues alongside related concerns such as anxiety, stress, depression and relationship strain. She works with people dealing with addictions, trauma and grief, and supports those managing changes at work or in life. Helen uses a warm, person-centred style that aims to put the client's experience at the centre of each session.
Her practice draws on several approaches to suit different needs. Helen uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take small steps towards them. She also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to look at patterns of thinking and behaviour that can keep worries or financial stress locked in.
With five years of experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - BACP - Helen combines practical tools with a listening approach. She invites clients to bring their stories, strengths and worries, and works collaboratively to set manageable goals.
Sessions are aimed at people who want clear ways to cope, plan and make decisions about money, work and life changes. Helen will help you break problems into small steps and practise new ways of responding. She encourages realistic, sustainable changes rather than quick fixes.
To begin, clients use the platform Start Therapy flow, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions. Helen accepts international clients and holds sessions in English.
How Helen’s approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, clarify what matters to them and take small actions towards those values. It can be useful for financial stress, anxiety and when decisions feel overwhelming. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting patterns of thinking and behaviour and testing new ways of responding, which can help with worry, depression and money-related avoidance. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and can help with intimacy, trust and relationship difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Helen will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences. She listens to what has and hasn’t helped before and adapts exercises so they fit the client’s pace.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work and family life, reduce travel time and allow shorter or more frequent check-ins when useful. It also makes working with someone in a different region possible. Discuss practical arrangements with Helen when you schedule so sessions can suit your routine and needs.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Helen address?
She supports people with money and financial issues plus related concerns including anxiety, stress, depression, addictions, trauma, grief and relationship difficulties.
How would Helen describe her therapeutic style?
Her core style is person-centred, focusing on the client's experience and strengths while drawing on other approaches to suit individual needs.
What is her professional background?
She has five years of professional experience working with a range of issues including addiction, gender and body image concerns, trauma and career difficulties.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can clients outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients; check any time differences when arranging sessions.
How does cost and payment work?
Session cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to her availability.