CALL 07503 461 838
CONTACT ME BY EMAIL

Helen Gibbs

Counselling, Coaching, Mentoring and EFT Tapping based in Chichester, West Sussex, Working via Phone or WhatsApp

About Helen

Gentle, trauma-informed counsellor working online across the UK

I’m a qualified and experienced therapist with over 20 years of professional experience, including work in the mental health sector. I trained in Humanistic Counselling at Chichester University, and my work is rooted in empathy, respect, and meeting you where you are. I continue to learn and grow, especially in areas connected to personal development, emotional wellbeing, and the deeper questions many of us ask at different stages of life.

I’m also a mum to a sensitive son, and I often share with him the tools and insights I wish I’d had when I was younger. This lived experience deeply informs the way I work.

Outside of my practice, you’ll often find me walking in nature with our dogs, especially when I need to clear my head. Being outdoors brings me a sense of peace and perspective — trees are my reminder to slow down and come back to myself (and yes, I do hug them; they don’t seem to mind). They help me feel grounded when life pulls in too many directions.

And if there’s a full moon, you’ll likely find me outside, quietly soaking it in.

My Qualifications
  • Star of Gaia High Priestess
  • Diploma in Humanistic Counselling
  • Life Coaching
  • Advanced Certified and Accredited EFT Practitioner
  • Usui Reiki Practitioner
  • Meditation Facilitator
  • Touch for Health
  • Diploma in Meridian Psychotherapy
  • Various ITEC Diplomas in Massage
  • Hopi Ear Candling
  • R.E.S.E.T – Rafferty Energy System for Energising the Temporomandibular Joint

I am fully insured through the Holistic Insurance Services.

GET IN TOUCH

“Every messy step is part of becoming who you are.”

Helen Gibbs

My Journey

My professional journey began in the demanding world of Consulting Engineering, where I worked as a Draughtswoman. It was a fast-paced, male dominated environment, filled with tight deadlines, long hours, and constant change.

While I thrived amidst the challenges, I also experienced the strain, facing sexual harassment, sudden shifts in priorities, and the cumulative pressure that took its toll on me physically, mentally, and emotionally.


In the mid-90s, I retrained initially in massage, Reiki, and Hopi Ear Candling, ultimately leaving engineering to work from home as a Complementary Therapist.

During this period, I discovered that pain often carries a story. Clients would share their lives with me, and I realised that attentive listening was just as vital as the treatments themselves.

Later, I worked as a support worker in mental health, both in community and hospital settings, supporting individuals one-to-one and in groups within Adult Services and the NHS. Following further training, I provided counselling within GP surgeries, gaining valuable insight into the complexities of emotional wellbeing.

Each step of this journey has shaped how

I work today: practical, grounded, and compassionate. I help people navigate

life's pressures and find authentic ways to heal and move forward, drawing on

the rich tapestry of experience I've gathered along the way.

It's Personal

My professional background is just one part of my story. Equally important is my personal journey, which deeply informs how I support others. I haven’t simply read about these challenges — I’ve lived them. There have been moments when I’ve questioned everything:

"Is this it? Is this how it’s always going to be?"

I’ve walked through difficult relationships, endured narcissistic and psychological abuse, and navigated major upheavals — from living with someone battling alcoholism and undiagnosed bipolar disorder, to losing my home and finding sanctuary in a women’s refuge.

Each time, I’ve had to rebuild and redefine myself, facing tough questions about self-worth, love, and what I truly deserve.

Health challenges, including breast cancer, have also shaped me, teaching me first-hand about resilience, fear, and what it means to reclaim your life - body, mind, and spirit.

These personal experiences profoundly influence how I work. I don’t just listen or walk beside you — I help you make sense of what’s happening, offer practical ways to break patterns, and guide you towards real change.

My approach is rooted in real life:

hands-on, grounded, and truly human. I’m here to help you rediscover your

strength, clarity, and sense of self, even when the weight of life feels overwhelming.

What I Can Offer You

My approach is intuitive, relational, and genuinely human. With a natural sensitivity and perceptiveness, I seek to understand what’s unfolding beneath the surface, steering away from rigid frameworks in favour of meeting you where you are. I listen deeply - not just to your words, but to the subtle cues from your body, emotions, and energy.

Drawing on a broad spectrum of Eastern and Western traditions, as well as years of professional and personal experience, I work holistically and flexibly. Healing isn’t confined to neat boxes, so I adapt my approach to suit what feels most supportive for you at any given moment. If you prefer a strictly single-modality, protocol-driven process, I may not be the right fit - and that’s perfectly fine.

Central to my work is the conviction that you already possess the wisdom you need. My role isn’t to fix you, but to walk alongside you; offering reflection, insight, and gentle encouragement. This process helps you reconnect with yourself, find clarity, and discover new possibilities. We begin with where you are now, fostering self-awareness, emotional safety, and a renewed relationship with yourself from the inside out.

GET IN TOUCH