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Compassionate counselling for adults in Chester, Cheshire, and online throughout the UK

Welcome to Karuna Talking Therapy

A space to rebuild who you are after life has changed you

Hello, I'm Helen,

Perhaps you don't quite feel like yourself anymore. You may be grieving a person, a relationship, a pet, a part of your life, or the person you thought you would be. You may be struggling with your confidence, sense of identity, or wondering what comes next. I am a person-centred, trauma-informed counsellor in Chester, and I also work online nationwide. I offer you a compassionate space where you can make sense of what you've experienced, reconnect with yourself, and begin to find your way forward.

Karuna is a Sanskrit word often translated as compassion. A compassionate response to suffering and a wish to help ease it.

You might be here because:


  • You're grieving someone or something important to you.
  • Life has changed, and you are struggling to find your place in it.
  • You're wondering, 'Who am I now?'
  • You're feeling lost within a relationship, or unsure who you are within it.
  • Your confidence or sense of self-worth has been affected.
  • You want to feel more like yourself again.

I work with grief, bereavement, loss, anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, and relationships.

Together, we can explore what you've experienced, make sense of the patterns that have shaped you, develop self-compassion, and build a stronger, more secure relationship with yourself


“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”

Counselling with me

At the heart of counselling is the relationship we build together. Feeling safe, accepted and genuinely heard can create the space to explore what's happening for you and begin to make sense of your experiences. I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can bring whatever is on your mind. We'll explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at a pace that feels right for you, helping you gain clarity, develop a deeper understanding of yourself, and find a way forward that feels right.


Counselling one-to-one

Sometimes life can leave us feeling overwhelmed, lost, or simply unlike ourselves. You may be living with loss, navigating a difficult experience or life transition, or finding that your confidence and sense of self have changed along the way.

Counselling offers you space to slow down, talk openly, and make sense of what you're experiencing. I'll be alongside you, listening without judgement and working at a pace that feels right for you, as you begin to reconnect with yourself.

Pet bereavement counselling and support

I have a particular passion for supporting people through the loss of a beloved companion animal. Pet bereavement was the focus of my Master's research, giving me a deeper understanding of a form of grief that is often overlooked or misunderstood. Our animals are family. Losing them can leave us feeling heartbroken, isolated, or misunderstood - but here, that grief doesn't need to be minimised or justified. It can simply be heard with compassion.

“There is a sort of magic that happens when you start to believe in yourself, said the moon, all of a sudden, things fall right into place.”

Fox under the Moon

“Promise me you’ll always remember — you’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.”

Christopher Robin from Winnie the Pooh

“It’s never overreacting to ask for what you want and need.”

Amy Poehler

"Where there's hope, there's life. It fills us with fresh courage and makes us strong again."

Anne Frank in The Diary of a Young Girl

Getting In Touch




Location and Services

Counselling in Hoole, Chester, and Online Nationwide

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

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