Helen Heap, BACP
UK therapist for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Online and international
About Helen Heap
Helen Heap is a therapist based in the United Kingdom with over 10 years of experience supporting people through difficult life moments. She works with a broad range of concerns including stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and challenges with self-esteem. Her practice also addresses related issues such as abandonment, attachment and relationship patterns, communication and commitment challenges, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and body image concerns.
Helen’s approach is grounded in respect, compassion, and a genuine human connection. She emphasizes collaboration and tailors each plan to reflect an individual’s needs, goals, and pace rather than using a one-size-fits-all method. This means sessions are shaped around what the person brings and how they want to move forward, with practical support for building motivation, improving self-esteem, and developing lasting confidence.
She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which indicates membership of a national professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. Helen welcomes people who are ready to take a step toward change and offers steady, empathetic guidance as they explore, heal, and grow.
Helen’s approach is grounded in respect, compassion, and a genuine human connection. She emphasizes collaboration and tailors each plan to reflect an individual’s needs, goals, and pace rather than using a one-size-fits-all method. This means sessions are shaped around what the person brings and how they want to move forward, with practical support for building motivation, improving self-esteem, and developing lasting confidence.
She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which indicates membership of a national professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. Helen welcomes people who are ready to take a step toward change and offers steady, empathetic guidance as they explore, heal, and grow.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Helen Heap have?
Helen Heap has 10 years of professional experience.
Is Helen Heap a registered therapist?
Yes. Helen holds the BACP credential. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Helen Heap provide therapy?
Helen provides therapy in English.
Where is Helen Heap located?
Helen is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Helen Heap as my therapist?
You can work with Helen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Helen Heap work with international clients?
Yes, Helen works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Helen Heap 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 options, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button, complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Helen, and then schedule your first session. Depending on availability, that session may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-based techniques and online care
Helen uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the concerns people bring. One focus is skills-based work for stress and anxiety - practical strategies and exercises that help manage worry, reduce overwhelm, and build everyday coping skills. These tools are useful for people facing persistent stress, panic, or difficulty regulating emotions.Another strand of Helen's work is trauma-informed support that prioritises safety, paced processing, and rebuilding a sense of control. This approach helps people recover from trauma and abuse, navigate grief, and restore confidence after painful experiences. It involves gentle exploration and strategies to stabilize and gradually work through difficult memories and reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Helen works collaboratively with each person to identify which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting direction as progress unfolds. Registered professionals and therapists can combine methods to suit individual circumstances.
Online therapy with Helen is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, or mobility limits, and to maintain continuity of care when schedules or locations change.