Helen Pool

Helen Pool is a professional counsellor, psychotherapist and Holistic Coach who holds a postgraduate diploma from Leeds Beckett University and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). As an integrative holistic therapist she draws on person-centred, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural and existential approaches, alongside her intuition and empathic abilities, to build connection and support.

Across seven years of practice she has worked with a broad range of concerns, including unhealed childhood trauma, self-limiting beliefs, low self-esteem, toxic or unhealthy relationships and various levels of anxiety. She has supported people from different backgrounds and ages in workplace and school settings as well as in private practice, offering sessions online, by telephone or face to face.

Helen often likens the search for the right counsellor to finding the right hairdresser - it can take trying a few before you meet someone who really understands you and with whom you can build a trusting relationship. When that fit occurs, people tend to open up and gain fresh perspective, much like the boost you get from a desired change of look.

While she cannot change hair, Helen can help clients better understand their minds, thoughts and behaviours so they can alter how they feel about themselves and the situations causing suffering. Her aim is to guide people toward greater self-awareness, acceptance, forgiveness and inner trust, supporting them to focus on what matters rather than being overly burdened by others' expectations.

Her style is warm and interactive, offering practical support without telling clients what to do. She is available to be alongside clients on their journey, helping them develop their own awareness and empowering them to make changes. She looks forward to working with you.