Helen Damisa, BACP
Compassionate UK therapist for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and family work
- Trauma and grief support
About Helen Damisa
Helen Damisa is a UK-licensed therapist with 6 years of professional experience and a BACP credential, indicating membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She works with people across a range of concerns including stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflicts, and experiences of trauma and abuse.
Helen creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared and explored. She collaborates with each person to understand their situation and to support clearer communication, emotional processing, and practical coping strategies tailored to individual needs.
Recognising that beginning therapy can take courage, Helen acknowledges and values the step of reaching out for support. She is based in the United Kingdom, accepts clients, and is available to work with people internationally.
Helen creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared and explored. She collaborates with each person to understand their situation and to support clearer communication, emotional processing, and practical coping strategies tailored to individual needs.
Recognising that beginning therapy can take courage, Helen acknowledges and values the step of reaching out for support. She is based in the United Kingdom, accepts clients, and is available to work with people internationally.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice 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 abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen'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 Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Helen Damisa have?
Helen Damisa has 6 years of professional experience.
Is Helen Damisa a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential BACP, which indicates membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Helen Damisa provide therapy?
Helen provides therapy in English.
Where is Helen Damisa located?
Helen is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Helen Damisa as my therapist?
You can work with Helen Damisa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Helen Damisa work with international clients?
Yes, Helen Damisa works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Helen Damisa 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 for Online Support
Helen Damisa draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed and to identify values-led actions that bring more meaning to daily life. ACT is often useful for anxiety, stress, and when repeated patterns of avoidance get in the way of living fully.She also uses Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationship patterns influence current connections and emotional responses. This approach supports work on attachment issues, relationship difficulties, and family dynamics by helping individuals understand and reshape interpersonal patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Helen works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals can integrate techniques from different approaches to tailor the work to each client's situation.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, manage mobility or caregiving limits, and maintain continuity when travel or location are barriers. These formats support consistent access to a therapist while allowing for a range of communication styles and preferences.