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Gina Helms, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Gina is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Gina. View 25 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Alabama

Recent reviews

I love her, find her very helpful and kind

Reviewed April 2023

Gina is the best! Understanding, kind, offers genuine feedback and advice. Listens. I have felt much relief in having Gina as my confidant and sounding board.

Reviewed January 2023

More about Gina

  • 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am a licensed professional counselor in Alabama. I have worked with clients with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, OCD, panic disorder, social phobia, body image issues, addictions and co-occurring mental health disorders, PTSD, and victims of abuse and exploitation.

My counseling style is based on unconditional positive regard. I believe every client deserves a compassionate, non-judgmental environment to share their difficulties. I employ a number of techniques and modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, somatic and mindfulness techniques, and trauma-focussed therapy. All treatment is tailored to meet the individual need of each client.

My goal is to help each client achieve a healthier, happier, and more rewarding life. It would be my privilege to work with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Gina Helms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144881228.

  • LPC · Alabama · LPC04469 · Expires July 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Gina Helms

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

25 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Excellent Helped Listens Understanding Wonderful Caring Helpful Safe Thoughtful

I love her, find her very helpful and kind

Reviewed April 2023

Gina is the best! Understanding, kind, offers genuine feedback and advice. Listens. I have felt much relief in having Gina as my confidant and sounding board.

Reviewed January 2023

Gina continues to assist me in my mental health journey . After every session, I walk away with a new piece of knowledge that ultimately helps me become a much healthier and happier person.

Reviewed January 2023

Gina has been a huge part of my recovery from trauma. She is empathetic and caring but also holds me accountable. I feel safe and will recommend to anyone.

Reviewed November 2022

Gina has always listened to me and really dug into my issues with me, almost in a big sister type of way. I cannot recommend her enough.

Reviewed November 2022

brilliant is giving me a life for the first time i am 65 i couldnt recomend her more i hope that says it all i suffered from as long as my memery started at 3 i am now 65 62 years of suffering the only relief i ever had excellent

Reviewed November 2022

Gina has been a tremendous help .

Reviewed September 2022

I've only had 1 session with my therapist, Gina, but I've already experienced support and guidance in managing stress. I'm excited and looking forward tomy next session with Gina!

Reviewed August 2022

Gina is very professional and listens intently and offers practical advice. I feel like I’m talking to a very supportive family member.

Reviewed August 2022

Gina knows my concerns and is working with me to come to peace with past trauma. She gives me simple insight and anecdotes to help along my way.

Reviewed August 2022

Gina has been wonderful to work with. She is thoughtful and personable, and has helped me work through many issues that I thought I would have to just live with. I feel supported every time we talk, and I have the tools now to deal with situations that would have previously left me feeling embarrassed, angry, or unheard. I have a new found confidence thanks to Gina, and I would heartily recommend her to anyone seeking help with anxiety, depression, and perfectionism.

Reviewed June 2022

extremely good

Reviewed June 2022

Gina gave some very useful insight into a problem I had been dealing with for a long time. I wasn't sure how to proceed, but Gina gave me the tools necessary to move forward with a plan.

Reviewed April 2022

Gina listens and makes suggestions for tasks to work on before you meet again. I like this proactive approach.

Reviewed March 2022

excellent best there is in my opinion

Reviewed January 2022

7 long years have gone by since my first (wrong) diagnosis and in all these years of in-person therapy I’ve never found a therapist who’s helped as much as Gina. Gina is incredible. She’s kind, understanding, she never made me feel judged, she’s been firm at times when she needed to, and was always there to help. I recommend her if you want to work hard. It’ll be worth it.

Reviewed January 2022

Gina has helped me so much. When I first came to therapy, I was lost in a fog of trying to understand someone else's hurtful and irrational behaviors that had devastated me. In the very first session, she gave me insights that completely changed my outlook in a positive way. With her help, I'm taking my power back in my life, staying healthy, and changing my situation for the better. Without her help, I'm sure I would still be stuck trying to untangle a skein that had no end. I recommend her to anyone in a similar situation.

Reviewed January 2022

Gina has been excellent.

Reviewed December 2021

Gina is wonderful!! Really enjoy our sessions and always get something out of them. Highly recommend!

Reviewed November 2021

Gina is the best therapist I’ve ever had. This says it all.

Reviewed November 2021

Gina is kind and compassionate. She is wise, understands underlying issues and reads between the lines. I’ve only started therapy with her but I feel like there is a safe place to be vulnerable and honest.

Reviewed November 2021

So far, a wonderful, understanding, and thoughtful therapist. Im already starting to feel better.

Reviewed November 2021

Very happy with her, i find our sessions very helpful and i love how easy it is to talk to her

Reviewed September 2021

She's very caring and takes the time to listen.

Reviewed September 2021

expertise and compasion incomparable

Reviewed September 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Gina Helms offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Gina Helms works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Gina Helms speak?

Gina Helms speaks English.

How many years of experience does Gina Helms have?

Gina Helms has 4 years of experience.

Where is Gina Helms licensed to practice?

Gina Helms is licensed to practice in Alabama.

Does Gina Helms accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Gina Helms does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Gina Helms offer?

Gina Helms offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Gina Helms?

Gina Helms can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Gina Helms?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.