| Occupation | Clinical psychologist, EMDR therapist |
|---|---|
| Education | Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) — University of Leeds |
| Methods | EMDR, CBT, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) |
| Registration | HCPC-registered (Health and Care Professions Council) |
| Organization | EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Directory |
Dr. Helen Fraser — HCPC-registered clinical psychologist and accredited EMDR therapist based in Leeds, United Kingdom. She specializes in chronic pain management, health psychology, and medically unexplained symptoms. Dr. Fraser helps clients whose physical symptoms have a psychological component — including those with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, and persistent pain following injury or medical procedures.
| Issue | Methods |
|---|---|
| Chronic pain (fibromyalgia, back pain, migraine) | EMDR, ACT, CBT |
| Chronic fatigue syndrome / ME | ACT, CBT, EMDR |
| Medically unexplained symptoms | EMDR, ACT |
| Medical trauma (procedures, diagnosis, ICU) | EMDR |
| Adjustment to chronic illness | ACT, CBT |
| Health anxiety & somatic symptom disorder | CBT, EMDR |
Dr. Fraser's approach bridges the gap between physical and mental health. She works from a biopsychosocial model, understanding that chronic pain and physical symptoms are influenced by biological, psychological, and social factors. EMDR is particularly effective for processing medical trauma and the emotional impact of living with chronic conditions, while ACT helps clients build psychological flexibility and live a meaningful life despite ongoing symptoms.
She has worked in NHS pain management services and liaison psychiatry teams across Yorkshire. She offers face-to-face sessions at her Leeds practice and secure online therapy for clients across the UK.