Helen Pool, BACP
- Anxiety and stress support
- Trauma and attachment work
- Relationships and self esteem
About Helen Pool
Her path into therapy was shaped by personal experience of feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns, including people-pleasing, fear of rejection and abandonment, and the impact of childhood trauma on self-worth and relationships. She brings that understanding into the therapy room with a steady, human approach - offering support without pretending to have all the answers, and helping clients feel less alone as they make sense of what is happening beneath the surface.
Helen works integratively, drawing on approaches including psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and person-centred work. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model, she tailors sessions to the individual, focusing on how long-standing patterns can reveal the roots of present-day pain and how insight can open the door to change. Her style is warm, open, and gently challenging, with an emphasis on building clarity, self-trust, and inner resources at a pace that feels manageable.
Helen holds a Postgraduate Diploma from Leeds Beckett University and a Diploma in Hypnotherapy. She is a registered member of the BACP and NCPS. Before training as a therapist, she worked as an Engineer and Project Manager, giving her firsthand understanding of workplace stress and the demands of professional life. She works with adults and young people aged 11 and up, and offers sessions via video, phone, live chat, and messaging.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Helen Pool have?
Helen Pool has 8 years of experience working with clients on a range of concerns, including anxiety, relationships, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions.
Is Helen Pool a licensed therapist?
Yes. Helen Pool holds the BACP credential, which indicates membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Helen Pool provide therapy?
Helen Pool provides therapy 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, allowing you to choose the format that best fits your schedule and comfort level.
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 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 with therapy 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.
Integrative online therapy with approaches that fit you
Helen Pool draws from evidence-informed approaches to help clients understand patterns, strengthen relationships, and build practical coping skills. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and ongoing relationships can shape trust, boundaries, and reactions in the present. It can be especially helpful for concerns like abandonment fears, codependency, or recurring relationship cycles.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that looks at how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence one another. It can support clients who want tools for managing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, or unhelpful habits by identifying patterns and trying new responses over time.
Helen also integrates a Client-Centered style, emphasizing a supportive, non-judgmental space where the client sets the pace. This approach can be helpful when someone feels overwhelmed, unsure what they need, or wants to reconnect with their own values and direction.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Helen works collaboratively with each client to understand goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, adjusting the focus as therapy unfolds.
Online therapy makes support easier to fit into everyday life. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexible options for different schedules, energy levels, and communication styles.