Counselling in Chester, Cheshire & Online Nationwide
Welcome to Karuna Talking Therapy
Hello, I’m Helen,
I’m a person-centred, trauma-informed counsellor, supporting people through life’s challenges, whether it’s anxiety, depression, grief, stress, trauma, or major life transitions. I offer in-person counselling in Hoole, Chester, Cheshire, as well as online and phone sessions across the UK.
My approach is friendly, collaborative, and client-led. You decide what to share and when, while I offer presence, empathy, and support in a safe, non-judgemental space. Where helpful, I can offer optional breathing support to ease anxiety and promote calm, drawing on my training in Breathing for Calm.
Every client’s journey is unique. My role is to help you explore your feelings, understand patterns, and find ways forward, at your own pace, in your own way.
If you’re ready to take the next step, I would be honoured to walk alongside you on your journey.
Karuna, the name of my practice, means compassion or empathy, reflecting my belief in kindness, understanding, and the power of connection during difficult times.
Navigating Life’s Harder Moments
Compassionate Counselling for Grief, Anxiety, Stress & Life Transitions
Life can be overwhelming. Grief, loss, work-related stress, relationship or family difficulties, trauma, or changes in identity and self-esteem can leave you feeling stuck, low, or unsure how to move forward. Counselling provides a safe, supportive space to explore these challenges, process emotions, and take small, manageable steps toward feeling better.
I work with clients experiencing:
Bereavement: Loss of a partner, family member, friend, or pet.
Suicide-related grief: Confusion, guilt, sadness, and unanswered questions.
Stress, anxiety, or burnout: Finding calm and understanding emotional overload.
Self-doubt, guilt, or shame: Breaking patterns that hold you back
Identity exploration: Navigating life transitions or changes in self-perception.
Major life changes and other losses: Adjusting to health shifts, menopause, caregiving, or life re-evaluation, relationship changes, work issues, retirement....
Whatever you’re facing, we can explore it together, gently and at your pace.
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”— Ralph Waldo Emerson
Counselling with me
Starting counselling can feel overwhelming.
At the heart of effective counselling is the relationship between client and counsellor. Feeling safe, accepted, and genuinely heard creates the conditions for change, growth, and healing.
I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can bring whatever is troubling you. Together, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at a pace that feels right for you, helping you gain clarity, deepen your self-understanding, and find a meaningful way forward.
Counselling 1:1
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You may be coping with grief, anxiety, difficult experiences from the past, or feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. I offer a supportive and confidential space where you can talk openly, feel genuinely heard, and explore whatever is troubling you. Together, we can make sense of what you're experiencing and help you find a way forward that feels right for you.
Pet bereavement counselling and support
I am particularly passionate about supporting those grieving the loss of a companion animal. This was the focus of my Master’s research, giving me a deeper understanding of this often overlooked form of bereavement. As someone who has always lived with animals, I understand how deep and significant these bonds are. When a pet dies, the grief can feel profound and isolating. Our animals are family, and grief is a reflection of that love.
Getting In Touch
Updates regarding my availability will be added here.
Location and Services
Counselling in Hoole, Chester, and Online Across the UK
I offer professional counselling services in person in Hoole, Chester, Cheshire. My practice is conveniently located for clients seeking counselling in Chester and the surrounding areas.
I also provide online counselling via Zoom and telephone counselling, across the UK. This flexible approach allows you to access support in a way that suits you, wherever you are.
Fees and Availability
Availablity:
My working days are Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday mornings.
In Person, Online & Phone sessions:
£50 per 50-minute session
Additional Info
Sessions after 3 pm and on Saturday am are available only online or by phone. I offer sessions weekly, fortnightly, and monthly. I do offer some evening online slots at other times, depending on availability. An advance payment is required to secure your session.
Please note that I am not able to provide a crisis or emergency service. If you are in immediate distress or need urgent support, there are people and services available to help you right now.
Samaritans – Call 116 123 (free, 24/7) or visit samaritans.org
NHS 111 – Call 111 for urgent mental health advice