I am licensed in the UK with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Professional experience
6 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Coping with grief and loss
Additional areas of focus:Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Helen Damisa. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Helen is amazing. From the get go she made me feel seen and welcome. In only a few sessions, she’s helped me already. I feel Helen is really going to help me through my therapy!
Written on Oct 01, 2026 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Helen, is attentive and is able to understand and see the underlying issues, not just the surface symptoms provided. This insight helps to deal with the core problems. Helen is a wonderful soul.
Written on Oct 01, 2026 after therapy with Helen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
Helen has been so helpful in guiding me to understanding myself better and has shared a lot of concepts that have guided my thoughts and left me with food for thought through the week between our sessions, which have helped me tremendously in my own thought process and healing.
Written on Jul 21, 2026 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
She’s the best ever!
Written on Jul 16, 2026 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Helen is very clear in identifying areas as I speak and gives me insightful guidance and pathways that help me feel heard/understood. This eases my mind bringing light to what feels like chaos and I am very grateful for her support 🙏🏽
Written on May 19, 2026 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
My first session with Helen and I found all the advice very supportive and also found where my issues were coming from.
Already booked another session!
Written on Nov 11, 2025 after therapy with Helen for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management
I've only had one session with Helen, but she seem very professional, understanding when I share to her. Will def use her again as she was very helpful making me realise some stuff from the pass that triggered me.
Written on Oct 29, 2025 after therapy with Helen for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Helen's listening, understanding and support has made a real difference in my life and my well-being. I'm confident that I am slowly but surely becoming who I want to be: my authentic self. She's helped me to change my thinking and in doing so, to see myself and the world around me more clearly and positively. I am calmer, more hopeful and happier.
Written on May 08, 2025 after therapy with Helen for 8 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
I am so grateful for all the ways Helen helped me grow and heal. Her knowledge, experience made such a difference. Thank you for everything you do!
Written on Feb 02, 2025 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Helen is gentle, respectful, loving and kind. I have received many tools to help in time of need and pain. Mostly, her belief in God as I is extremely encouraging and helps me feel safe.
Written on Jan 30, 2025 after therapy with Helen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Extremely thankful having Helen as my therapist. She is very considerate, kind, understanding and always gets how to explain something, so that you get how to apply it to your life. I can really recommend her! Thanks Helen for your great work, you helped me a lot :)
Written on Dec 03, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and self esteem
One of the most knowledgeable, present and compassionate therapists, who has helped me with tools and rational facts and has given me distance from my overwhelming sense of depression.
Written on Nov 18, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, and trauma and abuse
I like that Helen advised me to be kind to myself. Nobody has ever said that to me and it has never occurred to me that being kind to myself is a doorway to healing.
Written on Sep 26, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Lovely lady and good listener with happy approach
Written on Sep 14, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
She gives the best advice.
Written on Sep 11, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Felt listened to and given best advice that suits my situation.thanks very much.
Written on Aug 23, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
She’s a good listener and it has been helpful talking to her
Written on Aug 14, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I've had two sessions with Helen now and already she's helped me so much. Stright away Helen was able to get to the root of my issue and help me to see it from a new perspective. She listens intently and is very empathetic and insightful. I couldn't recommend Helen enough.
Written on Aug 07, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Helen listens, she doesn't judge me. She uses real life incidents and her life's story to guide me. Initially I wasn't comfortable speaking with a therapist but after 2 sessions I got comfortable with her and it felt like speaking with someone who understands my concerns .
Written on Jul 29, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Helen is a great therapist who gives you the tools to better yourself. Can’t recommend her enough
Written on Jul 29, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and grief
Caring, supportive and brilliant. Her way of explaining new perspectives and new information is so smart. I feel so good after every session. Forever thankful
Written on Jun 11, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Helen really makes me feel comfortable with opening up with my concerns and offers an alternative way of thinking, approaching and behaving. She makes me look at myself in a different way.
Written on May 15, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Helen is a fantastic therapist. She is empathetic and really understands what I am going through. She has been an incredible support to me with what I’m going through
Written on Apr 22, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
We have had 2 great sessions with Helen. She listens well, and provide the guidance that we were looking for.
Written on Mar 11, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief
Helen has been tremendously helpful with my mental health Journey. Extremely good listener and amazingly supportive. I am very happy to have been paired with her and would without a doubt recommend her to any one who wishes to improve their mental health.
Written on Mar 05, 2024 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and career difficulties
Helen has plenty of experience, I like the fact that no matter what I say Helen always has a hypothetical scenario or an answer that gets instilled in your brain. I really feel like I can open up to her as she always has non bias opinions
Written on Sep 29, 2023 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Excellent
Written on Sep 28, 2023 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
I’ve only had two sessions but I feel really supported by Helen and listened to. I’m optimistic I will be able to heal my issues with Helen’s guidance.
Written on Sep 09, 2023 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
All I needed was one session with Helen, a serious conviction to speak about everything honestly & proactively to feel positive progress.
Helen was quite supportive and understanding while also leading the conversation to areas of difficulty or particular interest.
Nothing but acceptance, kindness & professionalism.
Written on Jul 29, 2023 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Helen has been a a great support to me during a transitional period of my life and is continually encouraging me to implement the right tools to regain my self esteem. Helen is a great listener and has the ability to help me reflect in a positive way. I would definitely recommend Helen as therapist
Written on Jul 20, 2023 after therapy with Helen for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, and adhd
Being in therapy with someone that be there to hear you, don’t judge you, don’t mix any religion. She’s the best.
Written on Jun 05, 2023 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and adhd
Helen is a kind and patient listener and understands the concerns very well. She’s also very empathetic and offers a judgement free safe space to share.
Written on Apr 27, 2023 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
I feel so grateful to have been matched with Helen as my therapist. She has been absolutely amazing and the advice she has given me will remain with me for a very long time. I initially signed up to therapy for one thing but ended up exploring so much more over the last couple months which has left me as a better, confident and self-assured person. Helen has been really patient, kind and understanding as I’ve shared a lot of deeply person experiences and has shared a lot of wisdom to help me navigate my situations.
I cannot recommend Helen enough as a therapist. Thank you so much again for all your help Helen.
Written on Mar 20, 2023 after therapy with Helen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Helen has been very helpful through my sessions so far.
I have found the ideas shared useful and practical.
Written on Mar 02, 2023 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Helen is a breath of fresh air! She's non-judgemental and filled with wisdom, she listens well and reflects back perfectly! She asks the perfect questions to pull out the information needed to bring me to a place of understanding. I always leave my sessions empowered to make the right moves and decisions for my life. If you need someone who is open-minded, practical, empathetic, and strong! I recommend Helen!
Written on Feb 25, 2023 after therapy with Helen for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
A wonderfully calming and supportive therapist who listens intently and gives good sound recommendations and suggestions. She gives good ideas to work through traumas in a logical way.
Written on Feb 15, 2023 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Helen has been holding me a lot to start working through my problems, it has been being a good experience and really helpfull
Written on Jan 15, 2023 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is a really good listener, you feel comfortable around her. She is supportive and very respectful.
Written on Dec 18, 2022 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Helen has been a great aid although it’s early I feel a level of improvement in myself mentally after our sessions! Highly recommend.
*helen i aim to sign up again next week I had a surprise for my birthday last week and was out the country. Thanks for your help
Written on Dec 14, 2022 after therapy with Helen for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Helen has helped me to go through a lot of things that overwhelmed me and her advice, discussion and words that I reflected on will be something that I will always follow, relate and remember to.
Written on Dec 13, 2022 after therapy with Helen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very helpful and engaged. Listens well and addresses my concerns and needs in a practical and effective manner. I’m extremely satisfied with the guidance and support I have been receiving.
Written on Dec 05, 2022 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I will be seeing Helen soon for our fifth session, and I can truly say that my time spent in conversation with her was exactly what I needed. Her ability to truly listen and understand what I am communicating is inspiring; I have spent sessions explaining my life and past traumas for the majority of the session and never once did she make me feel uncomfortable to do so. Her sessions are also very reflective and I always come out with a new perspective or a greater understanding on the topics we discuss; I most certainly feel lighter in spirit after all our sessions.
Written on Nov 24, 2022 after therapy with Helen for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life
Helen has practical experience in unravelling previous experiences that may be in the subconscious, this helps to better find the underlying issue in helping to understand the problem, and combined with her listening skills, gives room to be fully expressive.
Written on Nov 21, 2022 after therapy with Helen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
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