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Helen Willoughby, BACP, NCPS

Experienced UK therapist and former nurse
  • Person centred care
  • CBT and Gestalt
  • Compassionate support

About Helen Willoughby

Helen Willoughby has worked as a therapist since 2003 and before that spent many years practising as a nurse. She maintains a private practice where she supports people facing a wide range of concerns, including sexuality, mental health difficulties, relationship problems, gender-related issues, grief, low self-confidence, family conflict, and experiences of abuse including sexual abuse.

Her approach is adaptable and draws on a variety of counselling models - including person-centred work, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and Gestalt - so that care can be tailored to each person she sees. She aims to treat clients as individuals, listening with compassion and responding to questions and doubts at the start of therapy to help people feel informed about the process.

Helen describes counselling as a courageous step that creates space for self-kindness and breathing room during difficult periods. She offers steady support as people take that first step and works collaboratively to help them move forward.

She holds BACP and NCPS credentials, which indicate recognised professional qualifications and membership of counselling bodies. Helen provides therapy in English and is based in the United Kingdom.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseEating disorders

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Helen Willoughby have?

Helen Willoughby has 22 years of experience.

Is Helen Willoughby a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds these credentials: BACP, NCPS. No additional licence details were provided.

In which languages does Helen Willoughby provide therapy?

Helen Willoughby provides therapy in English.

Where is Helen Willoughby located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Helen Willoughby as my therapist?

You can work with Helen Willoughby through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Helen Willoughby work with international clients?

Yes, Helen Willoughby works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Helen Willoughby 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?

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Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether remote therapy can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in whatever format feels most comfortable - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to fit counselling into a busy life.

Sessions are provided by licensed professionals and therapists, and if someone decides they need a different match they can switch therapists at any time. Remote therapy offers practical options for accessing support while maintaining the same focus on professional care and therapeutic goals.

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