I like the balance of listening and rephrasing and and giving suggestions and observations based on Helen’s experience with other clients. Helpful to see one’s patterns and also various perspectives on the same issue . I felt like Helen understood me well and we covered a lot of ground even in a short period of time.
Helen Yates, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Helen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Helen. View 7 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Helen was very patient and understanding regarding my experince. She provided me with help that finally made me to go further about my triggers and trauma. Helen also encouraged me about my passions, which was exactly what I needed!
More about Helen
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
I am licensed in the UK with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with LGBTQ+ related issues, sexual abuse, gender dysphoria, body dysmorphia, addiction, trauma, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, career difficulties.
My core modality is the Person-centred Approach, though I draw on other modalities within my training to which may best suit individuals. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Relationship issues
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hearing impaired
HIV / AIDS
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Visually impaired
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Hypnotherapy
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 396795 · Expires August 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Helen Yates
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I like the balance of listening and rephrasing and and giving suggestions and observations based on Helen’s experience with other clients. Helpful to see one’s patterns and also various perspectives on the same issue . I felt like Helen understood me well and we covered a lot of ground even in a short period of time.
Helen was very patient and understanding regarding my experince. She provided me with help that finally made me to go further about my triggers and trauma. Helen also encouraged me about my passions, which was exactly what I needed!
I really need to feel seen and heard and to be able to ramble on myself to try to connect the dots and feel supported by my therapist, but not told what to do. I can ask for advice, of course, but what works really well for me about Helen’s methods is the fact that she reflect everything back to me and that makes me feel so validated. Apart from this, she is so sweet and kind and tolerant. I have talked with her about relationship anxiety, attachment style issues, sexual abuse, childhood trauma around physical and psychological abuse, overthinking and avoidance patterns/addiction, LGBTQ+ issues among other things. I am very content.
Helen was brilliant to work with. She let me flow at my own pace and made me feel safe and listened to. I would highly recommend her.
Helen has been the most amazing therapist, she actively listens and takes a deep interest in you’re worries, she has helped me navigate through some tough situations, and has helped me understand my trauma through talking and some worksheets and has just been a great person to talk to. I highly recommend her for anyone with Trauma Anxiety ED or PTSD as she has really helped me come to terms and cope better with these things.
I haven't been with Helen too long but I find her to be really kind, knowledgeable, punctual, and better than therapists I have met in person! I was hesitant to try BetterHelp but I think it's an amazing platform for individuals who maybe for a long time had lack of access to services, live in rural areas, etc.
Really understanding, great at listening and explaining things, really lovely therapist!
Frequently asked questions
Does Helen Yates offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Helen Yates 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 Helen Yates speak?
Helen Yates speaks English.
How many years of experience does Helen Yates have?
Helen Yates has 5 years of experience.
Where is Helen Yates licensed to practice?
Helen Yates is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Helen Yates accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Helen Yates accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
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 Helen Yates offer?
Helen Yates offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Hypnotherapy, Imago Relationship Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Helen Yates?
Helen Yates 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 Helen Yates?
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.