Helen Allen, BACP, NCPS
Integrative therapist specializing in eating disorders and anxiety
- Eating disorder specialist
- Attachment-based and CBT
- Supports grief and relationships
About Helen Allen
Helen Allen is an integrative counsellor practising in the United Kingdom who offers focused support for eating disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and other complex emotional concerns. She brings five years of professional experience to her work and combines specialist training with charity practice to support people through challenging life transitions and loss.
She holds a CPCAB Level 5 qualification in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, an advanced training qualification in counselling, and is a registered member of BACP and an accredited member of NCPS, which reflect her professional affiliations. She also completed an Advanced Diploma Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders and Obesity through specialist national training and the British Psychological Society, representing high-level specialist preparation in this area. Her specialist training integrates Enhanced CBT (CBT-E), nutritional awareness, and evidence-based psychological approaches to work with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, emotional eating, ARFID, obesity and body image concerns.
Alongside a private practice, Helen works with a local eating disorders charity and has extensive volunteer experience with a national bereavement charity. Her clinical interests include eating and body image issues, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship problems and grief, and she also supports people facing parenting, career and family challenges, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related concerns.
As an integrative practitioner, Helen tailors therapy to each person’s needs, drawing on attachment-based, client-centered, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, existential, mindfulness, narrative and solution-focused approaches. Her practice is grounded in person-centred values and she combines somatic processing and practical therapeutic tools to help clients explore what is most important to them.
Helen aims to create a calm, personal and non-judgemental space where clients can reconnect with their inner resources, improve relationships with themselves and others, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. She recognises that beginning therapy can feel daunting and offers steady support for people taking that first step.
She holds a CPCAB Level 5 qualification in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, an advanced training qualification in counselling, and is a registered member of BACP and an accredited member of NCPS, which reflect her professional affiliations. She also completed an Advanced Diploma Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders and Obesity through specialist national training and the British Psychological Society, representing high-level specialist preparation in this area. Her specialist training integrates Enhanced CBT (CBT-E), nutritional awareness, and evidence-based psychological approaches to work with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, emotional eating, ARFID, obesity and body image concerns.
Alongside a private practice, Helen works with a local eating disorders charity and has extensive volunteer experience with a national bereavement charity. Her clinical interests include eating and body image issues, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship problems and grief, and she also supports people facing parenting, career and family challenges, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related concerns.
As an integrative practitioner, Helen tailors therapy to each person’s needs, drawing on attachment-based, client-centered, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, existential, mindfulness, narrative and solution-focused approaches. Her practice is grounded in person-centred values and she combines somatic processing and practical therapeutic tools to help clients explore what is most important to them.
Helen aims to create a calm, personal and non-judgemental space where clients can reconnect with their inner resources, improve relationships with themselves and others, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. She recognises that beginning therapy can feel daunting and offers steady support for people taking that first step.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesControl issuesDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Helen Allen have?
Helen Allen has 6 years of experience.
Is Helen Allen a licensed therapist?
Yes, Helen Allen holds these credentials: BACP, NCPS.
In which languages does Helen Allen provide therapy?
Helen Allen provides therapy in English.
Where is Helen Allen located?
Helen Allen is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Helen Allen as my therapist?
You can work with Helen Allen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Helen Allen work with international clients?
Yes, Helen Allen works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Helen Allen 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, 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.
Could Remote Therapy Be the Right Choice?
Many people ask whether therapy delivered remotely can really help. For a wide range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.One major benefit is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the way that best fits their needs and schedule - by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to access support during busy or transitional periods.
Therapists offering remote work are licensed professionals, and it is possible to change therapists if a different therapeutic fit is needed. For many, online therapy provides an accessible, practical route to consistent support and progress.