Helen Lamming, NCPS
Experienced relationship and family counsellor
- Relationship-focused
- Family systems expertise
- Online sessions available
About Helen Lamming
Helen Lamming works from a strengths-based perspective, believing that each person is the expert in their own life and already carries resources to address difficult experiences. She offers steady support and empowerment to those taking the often-difficult first steps toward greater well-being and more satisfying relationships.
With more than a decade of clinical practice and over 4,000 hours of counselling experience, Helen has developed particular expertise in relationship and family work, intimacy-related concerns, and parenting challenges. Her background includes extensive counselling at Relate, where she specialised in family and relationship support. She works with individuals, couples and families, and takes both short-term and longer-term clients.
Based in Central London, Helen now delivers her practice exclusively online, meeting clients by video call, phone, live chat or messaging. She brings an approach grounded in empathy, respect and curiosity, and she attends to the diverse contexts that shape people’s lives, including neurodiversity, visible and invisible disabilities, sexual identity, cultural and spiritual backgrounds, and all gender identities.
Her professional qualifications include NCPS professional accreditation, CPCAB certificated and diploma-level training in family and relationship counselling, and academic degrees including an M.Ed in Psychology of Education, a BA (Hons) in Psychology, a PGCE, and a BA in English and History. The M.Ed is a masters-level degree in education with a focus on psychological perspectives, the PGCE is a postgraduate teaching qualification, and the CPCAB credentials reflect vocational training and recognised China-based counselling awards at certificate and diploma levels. Helen is a registered member of CPCAB and receives regular clinical supervision. She is able to agree a defined number of sessions for short-term work or to work on an open-ended basis.
With more than a decade of clinical practice and over 4,000 hours of counselling experience, Helen has developed particular expertise in relationship and family work, intimacy-related concerns, and parenting challenges. Her background includes extensive counselling at Relate, where she specialised in family and relationship support. She works with individuals, couples and families, and takes both short-term and longer-term clients.
Based in Central London, Helen now delivers her practice exclusively online, meeting clients by video call, phone, live chat or messaging. She brings an approach grounded in empathy, respect and curiosity, and she attends to the diverse contexts that shape people’s lives, including neurodiversity, visible and invisible disabilities, sexual identity, cultural and spiritual backgrounds, and all gender identities.
Her professional qualifications include NCPS professional accreditation, CPCAB certificated and diploma-level training in family and relationship counselling, and academic degrees including an M.Ed in Psychology of Education, a BA (Hons) in Psychology, a PGCE, and a BA in English and History. The M.Ed is a masters-level degree in education with a focus on psychological perspectives, the PGCE is a postgraduate teaching qualification, and the CPCAB credentials reflect vocational training and recognised China-based counselling awards at certificate and diploma levels. Helen is a registered member of CPCAB and receives regular clinical supervision. She is able to agree a defined number of sessions for short-term work or to work on an open-ended basis.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesGender dysphoriaHIV / AIDSInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sexual assault and abuseYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Helen Lamming have?
Helen Lamming has 11 years of experience.
Is Helen Lamming a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds NCPS accreditation.
In which languages does Helen Lamming provide therapy?
Helen provides therapy in English.
Where is Helen Lamming located?
Helen is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Helen Lamming as my therapist?
You can work with Helen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Helen Lamming work with international clients?
Yes, Helen works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Helen Lamming cost?
Costs can vary by location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could virtual therapy be the right choice?
People often wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and the challenges that come with life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person work.One of the clearest advantages is flexibility. Clients can choose the way that fits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to attend sessions amid busy schedules and other commitments.
Sessions are delivered by licensed professionals and therapists who work with a range of issues and preferences. If a different therapeutic fit is needed, clients generally have the option to switch therapists. Online counselling can therefore offer a convenient, adaptable route to support while maintaining the core elements of effective therapeutic practice.