Helen Downs, NCPS
UK therapist specializing in trauma and addictions
- Hypnotherapy expertise
- Neurodiversity aware practice
- Accepts international clients
About Helen Downs
Helen Downs is a United Kingdom-based therapist who brings seven years of professional experience to her practice, including extensive work as a hypnotherapist. She holds the NCPS credential, a professional recognition that reflects her training in counselling and psychotherapy and her commitment to ongoing development.
Helen works with people facing a wide range of challenges, including stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, grief, eating and sleeping difficulties, ADHD, bipolar disorder and depression. She also supports clients with diversity-related concerns - including LGBT matters - and has built particular expertise in working with neurodiverse individuals. Her practice addresses both immediate coping needs and longer-term patterns that affect wellbeing, such as attachment and communication difficulties, codependency, and life transitions.
Alongside clinical work, Helen has experience supporting individuals and families connected to the prison system, where mental health, diversity, ADHD and addiction often intersect. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a collaborative space to explore goals and values. Helen encourages clients to use past struggles as steps toward growth and offers steady support for those ready to take the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Helen works with people facing a wide range of challenges, including stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, grief, eating and sleeping difficulties, ADHD, bipolar disorder and depression. She also supports clients with diversity-related concerns - including LGBT matters - and has built particular expertise in working with neurodiverse individuals. Her practice addresses both immediate coping needs and longer-term patterns that affect wellbeing, such as attachment and communication difficulties, codependency, and life transitions.
Alongside clinical work, Helen has experience supporting individuals and families connected to the prison system, where mental health, diversity, ADHD and addiction often intersect. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a collaborative space to explore goals and values. Helen encourages clients to use past struggles as steps toward growth and offers steady support for those ready to take the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, 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 phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Hypnotherapy Psychodynamic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Helen Downs have?
Helen Downs has seven years of professional experience in therapeutic practice.
Is Helen Downs a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the NCPS credential.
In which languages does Helen Downs provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Helen Downs located?
Helen is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Helen Downs as my therapist?
You can work with Helen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Helen Downs work with international clients?
Yes, Helen works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Helen Downs cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and Helen's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Helen. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Helen integrates client-centered therapy and hypnotherapy alongside cognitive behavioral techniques to tailor care to each person. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening deeply and building a respectful, non-judgemental relationship so clients can explore their values and make choices that fit their lives. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, and can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to help shift patterns of thinking and support goals such as reducing cravings, improving sleep, or managing pain.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Helen works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the work remains relevant and effective for the individual.
Online therapy with Helen is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from registered professionals without needing to travel, helping people maintain momentum in their progress while fitting therapy into busy lives.