Gina Helms, LPC

Compassionate counselor for trauma and addictions

Trauma and addiction care
Compassionate nonjudgmental approach
Individualized treatment plans

About Gina Helms

Gina Helms is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama. Her work has included supporting people facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social phobia, body image struggles, addictions and co-occurring mental health conditions, post-traumatic stress disorder, and survivors of abuse and exploitation. She creates a clinical space grounded in unconditional positive regard, offering a compassionate, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore difficult experiences and patterns.

Helms draws from multiple evidence-informed methods, using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), somatic and mindfulness techniques, and trauma-focused approaches to tailor care to each individual. Treatment plans are shaped around each person’s needs, strengths, and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all model. Her aim is to support clients in building healthier routines, more effective coping skills, and more satisfying relationships. She expresses that it would be her privilege to work with individuals seeking support and guidance on their path toward greater well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression

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 4 years of experience.

Is Gina Helms a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential - 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?

Gina Helms 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, 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and build actions that align with those values. It emphasizes accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful behavior changes, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape present-day patterns; by exploring attachment styles, clients can work through relationship difficulties, abandonment fears, and trust issues. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client’s experience, offering empathic listening and collaboration so the person’s own goals guide the pace and focus of treatment. This approach is particularly helpful for building self-esteem and improving communication.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Gina Helms works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques over time as progress and priorities evolve. Clients are partners in planning care and deciding which strategies feel most useful.

Online sessions - whether by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to access licensed professionals from different locations within the therapist’s service area. These options offer flexibility in how and when to engage in treatment while preserving the therapeutic focus on skill-building, coping, and relationship work.

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