HCPC Clinical Psychologist | CBT| Trauma Informed Psychologist - offering online therapy
Meet Dr Ben Helliwell
(He/Him)
Dr Ben is a Clinical Psychologist offering online therapy across the UK, with a particular interest in supporting people navigating chronic pain, fatigue, and the emotional impact of long-term health conditions. He's drawn to this work because he understands how these experiences can shape every part of a person's life, and how overwhelming it can feel when symptoms, stress, and uncertainty build up over time.
Ben's approach is calm, practical, and deeply collaborative. He takes time to listen fully and help people make sense of what's going on, without rushing or overcomplicating things. His clients often say they value his steadiness, warmth, and the feeling that they can speak openly without judgment—a foundation that's essential for trauma-informed care.
Dr Ben Helliwell - Clinical Psychologist at Taproot Psychology
Working with chronic pain, fatigue, and long-term illness requires understanding not just the physical symptoms, but the emotional weight they carry. Ben recognises that living with ongoing health challenges can affect your sense of self, your relationships, and your hope for the future. His work is grounded in compassion and the belief that healing happens in an environment of safety and respect.
In therapy, Dr Ben draws on evidence-based psychological approaches including:
• Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) - Helping you understand and shift unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour
• Health Psychology - Supporting adjustment, coping, and wellbeing when living with physical health conditions
• Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) - Developing self-compassion and reducing self-criticism, especially helpful for those carrying trauma or shame
Dr Ben always adapts these approaches to fit each person's unique circumstances. His focus is on finding realistic, meaningful ways forward rather than searching for quick fixes.
Dr Ben provides secure, accessible online therapy to clients throughout the United Kingdom. Whether you're managing chronic pain, adjusting to a long-term diagnosis, or struggling with the emotional toll of ongoing illness, online psychology offers flexible, professional support from wherever you feel most comfortable.
What Dr Ben finds most rewarding is seeing people regain confidence and reconnect with what matters to them, even when progress feels slow or uncertain. His core values—integrity, curiosity, respect, and practical wisdom—guide every session. He believes the therapeutic relationship is central to change, and works at a pace that feels safe, supportive, and grounded.
Above all, Dr Ben aims to help people understand their experiences, feel more in control, and move toward a life that feels steadier and more manageable.
Publications:
Simpson, J., Helliwell, B., Varese, F., & Powell, P. (2020). Self-disgust mediates the relationship between childhood adversities and psychosis. British Journal of Clinical Psychology, 59(2), 260–275. https://doi.org/10.1111/bjc.12245
Taylor, C. D. J., Helliwell, B., Coleman, R., Sutton, C. J., Hutton, P., Sylvestre, Y., Bird, L., Shields, G., Kelly, J. A., Brandwood-Spencer, T., Boland, A., Sharrock-Ingham, E., Babatunde, B., Beech, A., Vikram, A., Guillemard, S., Arntz, A., Harper, S. F., & Berry, K. (2025). iMAgery Focused Therapy for PSychosis (iMAPS-2): An assessor-blind feasibility randomized controlled clinical trial. Schizophrenia Bulletin, 51(Suppl_3), S317–S335. https://doi.org/10.1093/schbul/sbaf060
Education
- Clinical Psychology Doctorate - Lancaster University
- Postgraduate Diploma in Health Research Skills -University of Leeds
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology - Lancaster University
Specialised Training
- CBT
- TF-CBT
- CAT Informed
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Unable to accept insurance funded sessions
Fee: £100
