Helen Pool, BACP
Warm, experienced therapist for relationships and anxiety
- Attachment-focused care
- Practical CBT techniques
- Online flexible sessions
About Helen Pool
Helen Pool is a United Kingdom based therapist who works with adults and young people aged 11 and up, helping people untangle long-standing patterns, manage anxiety, and navigate relationship and family challenges. With eight years of clinical experience, she blends insight from her own recovery with professional training to create a practical and compassionate style that supports clients as they work toward clearer self-understanding and healthier connections.
Her practice grew out of personal experience with people-pleasing, low self-worth, and the lasting effects of childhood abandonment, which informs a relatable and empathic approach. Helen draws on an integrative mix of methods - including psychodynamic ideas, cognitive behavioral techniques, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and person-centred work - and tailors interventions to each person rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. That flexible orientation suits issues such as trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, parenting stresses, career pressures, intimacy concerns, and life transitions.
Helen also brings professional experience from a prior career in engineering and project management, offering an understanding of workplace demands and the impact of career stress. She holds a Postgraduate Diploma from Leeds Beckett University and a Diploma in Hypnotherapy, and is a registered member of professional bodies including the BACP and NCPS. Sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
Her practice grew out of personal experience with people-pleasing, low self-worth, and the lasting effects of childhood abandonment, which informs a relatable and empathic approach. Helen draws on an integrative mix of methods - including psychodynamic ideas, cognitive behavioral techniques, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and person-centred work - and tailors interventions to each person rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. That flexible orientation suits issues such as trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, parenting stresses, career pressures, intimacy concerns, and life transitions.
Helen also brings professional experience from a prior career in engineering and project management, offering an understanding of workplace demands and the impact of career stress. She holds a Postgraduate Diploma from Leeds Beckett University and a Diploma in Hypnotherapy, and is a registered member of professional bodies including the BACP and NCPS. Sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Helen Pool have?
Helen Pool has 8 years of professional experience.
Is Helen Pool a registered therapist?
Yes. Helen Pool holds membership with the BACP.
In which languages does Helen Pool provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Helen Pool located?
Helen Pool is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Helen Pool as my therapist?
You can work with Helen Pool through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Helen Pool work with international clients?
Yes, Helen Pool works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Helen Pool 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 cancelled 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.
Approaches that guide online therapeutic work
Helen Pool integrates approaches that help clients better understand emotional patterns and build practical coping skills. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current ways of relating - it helps when abandonment, trust, or intimacy issues are central concerns. Client-Centred Therapy puts the client's experience at the heart of the work - the therapist offers empathy and nonjudgemental support to help people discover their own solutions and strengthen self-worth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches skills to identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, which can be especially useful for stress, anxiety, and mood-related difficulties.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is worked out collaboratively. Helen will explore goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting methods over time to suit each person's needs and pace.
Online therapy makes these approaches accessible through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility supports people with busy schedules, those living remotely, or anyone who benefits from different ways of communicating, while allowing therapists and clients to maintain a consistent therapeutic rhythm even when in-person meetings are not possible.