Helen Yates, BACP
Client-centered support for stress and relationships
- Anxiety and depression support
- LGBTQ+ affirming care
- Trauma and addiction experience
About Helen Yates
Helen Yates is a United Kingdom-based therapist with five years of professional experience and BACP credentials. She works with people facing a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, eating and sleeping problems, parenting and family challenges, and issues related to sexuality and gender. Her practice also addresses attention-related difficulties, bipolar disorder, career questions, and compassion fatigue, among other focus areas.
Her core orientation is the person-centred approach, also described as client-centered therapy, which emphasises listening, empathy, and supporting clients to discover their own solutions. She draws on other evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Attachment-Based Therapy to tailor work to each person’s needs. This flexible use of approaches allows her to adapt to challenges ranging from anxiety and trauma to relationship and identity concerns.
Helen frames the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative process and works from the belief that each person brings knowledge, strengths, and resources to their own story. She aims to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore goals, build coping skills, and make changes at a pace that feels right for them. BACP denotes membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional organisation for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.
Her core orientation is the person-centred approach, also described as client-centered therapy, which emphasises listening, empathy, and supporting clients to discover their own solutions. She draws on other evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Attachment-Based Therapy to tailor work to each person’s needs. This flexible use of approaches allows her to adapt to challenges ranging from anxiety and trauma to relationship and identity concerns.
Helen frames the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative process and works from the belief that each person brings knowledge, strengths, and resources to their own story. She aims to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore goals, build coping skills, and make changes at a pace that feels right for them. BACP denotes membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional organisation for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.
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 BACP credentials, indicating membership in the 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 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, 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 for Online Support
Client-centered therapy, often called the person-centred approach, focuses on empathic listening and creating space for clients to explore their own goals. It is helpful for relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions because it emphasizes the client's perspective and strengths.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and to commit to actions aligned with their values. ACT can be effective for stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and adjust unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical skills for conditions such as anxiety, depression, sleep and eating difficulties, and addictive behaviours.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Helen collaborates with clients and licensed professionals to decide which methods best match a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility: clients can meet by video call, speak by phone, or use live chat and text-based messaging when that fits their schedule. These options make it easier to access consistent support from therapists while accommodating work, family, or mobility needs.