Gina Helms, LPC
Compassionate Alabama counselor for trauma and addiction
- Trauma and addictions
- Anxiety and mood support
- Compassionate non-judgmental care
About Gina Helms
Gina Helms is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Alabama with four years of clinical experience. She has worked with people facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive and panic symptoms, social phobia, body image struggles, addictions and co-occurring mental health disorders, post-traumatic stress, and survivors of abuse and exploitation.
Her approach is grounded in unconditional positive regard, offering a compassionate, non-judgmental space for clients to share and process difficulties. She integrates several evidence-informed methods into her work, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to address unhelpful thought patterns, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) for emotional regulation and coping skills, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to support values-based change, as well as somatic and mindfulness techniques and trauma-focused interventions.
Treatment is tailored to the unique needs of each person, drawing on the methods best suited to their goals and circumstances. Her stated aim is to help clients move toward healthier, more satisfying lives through practical strategies, skill-building, and a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Her approach is grounded in unconditional positive regard, offering a compassionate, non-judgmental space for clients to share and process difficulties. She integrates several evidence-informed methods into her work, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to address unhelpful thought patterns, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) for emotional regulation and coping skills, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to support values-based change, as well as somatic and mindfulness techniques and trauma-focused interventions.
Treatment is tailored to the unique needs of each person, drawing on the methods best suited to their goals and circumstances. Her stated aim is to help clients move toward healthier, more satisfying lives through practical strategies, skill-building, and a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
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
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Gina Helms have?
Gina Helms has four years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Is Gina Helms a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: AL LPC LPC04469.
In which languages does Gina Helms provide therapy?
Gina Helms provides therapy in English.
Where is Gina Helms located?
She is located in Alabama.
How can I work with Gina Helms as my therapist?
You can work with Gina Helms through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Gina Helms work with international clients?
Gina Helms does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Gina Helms cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Gina Helms draws from several practical approaches to help clients navigate stress, trauma, addiction, and relationship concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages mindful acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while identifying personal values and committed actions - it can be especially useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at early and current relationship patterns to help clients understand how attachment styles affect closeness, trust, and communication, which can support work on abandonment, relationship issues, and family dynamics.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a compassionate, non-judgmental therapeutic stance and places the client at the center of the process. This approach supports self-exploration and empowers clients to identify their goals and build on their own strengths. Finding the right mix of methods is part of the therapeutic journey - the therapist and client collaborate to determine which approaches fit the client’s needs, goals, and preferences.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with licensed professionals, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and allow clients to receive consistent care from locations that work for them while maintaining the therapeutic relationship and progress.