Helen Yates, BACP
Client-centered therapist for life changes and identity issues
- LGBT support
- Trauma informed
- Practical strategies
About Helen Yates
Helen Yates is a UK-based therapist with five years of clinical experience who works with people facing a wide range of life challenges. She draws on a client-centered foundation, meeting each person with empathy and a belief in their own strengths, while also integrating techniques from evidence-informed approaches to best suit individual needs. Helen has experience supporting people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, addiction, eating and sleeping concerns, parenting and family issues, grief, sexual and intimacy-related matters, and a range of neurodiversity and personality-related concerns. Her practice also includes work with LGBT matters, gender dysphoria and body image issues, as well as coping with life transitions, career challenges, and caregiver fatigue.
Helen holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and uses that training to guide thoughtful, compassionate care. She emphasizes collaboration, helping clients identify personal values and practical strategies that align with their goals. Taking a first step toward therapy can feel daunting, and Helen approaches each person with respect for their story and confidence in their capacity for change.
Helen holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and uses that training to guide thoughtful, compassionate care. She emphasizes collaboration, helping clients identify personal values and practical strategies that align with their goals. Taking a first step toward therapy can feel daunting, and Helen approaches each person with respect for their story and confidence in their capacity for change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
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
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Helen Yates have?
Helen Yates has 5 years of professional experience.
Is Helen Yates a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
In which languages does Helen Yates provide therapy?
Helen provides therapy in English.
Where is Helen Yates located?
Helen is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Helen Yates as my therapist?
You can work with Helen Yates through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Helen Yates work with international clients?
Yes, Helen Yates works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Helen Yates 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Approaches that guide online support and practical change
Helen combines a client-centered approach with targeted therapeutic methods to meet people where they are. Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person's experience without judgment and on building a trusting relationship that supports self-exploration and growth - it is helpful for those needing space to clarify values and make sense of their feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values, and can support coping with long-term challenges and life transitions.Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Helen works collaboratively with clients to identify what methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they adapt techniques and pace so the work feels relevant and manageable. Licensed professionals and therapists use this flexibility to tailor care rather than applying a single method for everyone.
Online therapy with Helen is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to access support from different locations. These options provide flexibility in scheduling, allow ongoing contact between sessions when appropriate, and make it possible to continue therapeutic work even when in-person meetings are not feasible.