Helen Yates

Helen Yates is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing sleep problems alongside related concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and relationship difficulties. She works from a person-centred stance, meeting people where they are and helping them notice strengths they already have. Sessions are aimed at practical, steady change rather than quick fixes.

Helen uses a mix of approaches to suit each person. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques when they fit, and also draws from Attachment-Based and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ideas where helpful. She keeps the focus on what a person wants to change and how to take small, manageable steps toward those goals.

Her background includes five years of work experience in the UK and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Helen has supported people with a wide range of issues, including gender and sexual identity concerns, eating and body image difficulties, trauma and substance concerns.

In a typical session she offers a calm, non-judgemental space and listens for what matters most to each person. Conversations often include exploring patterns, trying small experiments between sessions, and developing ways to manage difficult nights and tired days.

People who choose Helen often want a collaborative, steady approach. She encourages honest conversation about sleep habits, daily routines and stresses, and helps tailor practical steps to improve rest and daytime wellbeing.

Approaches that support better sleep and rest