Helene has been my therapist twice, thirty-one years apart, because in the intervening years, I never found another practitioner who was more deeply skilled and intuitive. It shouldn't have surprised me, but she remembered key details about our work together, more than three decades ago! To me, this indicates not just a keen memory, but an abiding care for her clients. In our most recent work, I have especially appreciated her directness, her warmth and humor, and most of all her questions--Helene asks the smartest, most intuitive questions of any therapist I've had in my 62 years, which has led to deep and valuable personal insights and growth. read more

Helene is always invested in my life and healing journey. The last few years had a lot of ups and downs and I'm really grateful to have her and the space she holds to process and learn from these life challenges. She's not the type of therapist that will just listen to you and nod for the whole session (unless that's what you need in that particular session), she's actively engaged in the conversation and everything that I share. She's also very intuitive and usually spot on with her observations. I'd highly recommend working with her, and so grateful to have found her 3 years ago. read more

From the very first session, Helene made it clear that this wasn't just about me talking endlessly while she nodded along. She's fully present, invested, and actively participates in every conversation. She doesn't shy away from sharing her insights, which makes every session feel dynamic and productive. And even when things get tough, she gently guides you through, making the hard conversations feel manageable. What makes her stand out the most is her incredible intuition. She has this uncanny ability to read between the lines, noticing what you're feeling--even over Zoom! She can articulate emotions and thoughts you didn't even realize you were carrying, which is incredibly validating and helpful. I truly don't have enough positive things to share about Helene, and I'm so grateful to have her support! read more

I have been seeing Helene for the past 8 years and she is by far the most compassionate, understanding, straight forward therapist I have worked with. Walking out of my first session with her I knew this was someone who I could trust and could tell everything. There is never any judgement, her office (physical and digital, thanks Covid!) has always been a safe space. The person I was when I first started sessions with Helene is a complete stranger. She has helped me navigate through so many phases of my life and I am so grateful to have found her. read more

I have been a client of Helene's for at least 8 years, maybe longer. She knows me in all facets of who I am from my marriage, divorce, childhood, health crisis (several), dating difficulties and lots of other stuff I have wanted to/had to work through to evolve and be better as a human being and to learn to manage my emotions on my own, so that I can stand strongly on my own two feet. Finding a therapist is easy, but finding someone that "gets" you is not. Helene gets me. She does not just nod her head or sit back and ask me what I think all the time. She engages with me to get to the core of an issue. She is collaborative, funny, and warm, and she roots for you to reach milestones for yourself. She has seen me through some of my most miserable and tough situations in life and at my highest points. It's key to stick with a therapist so that they can get to know you holistically and support you through your journey. Helene has helped me find my resilience, my voice, myself (who I am post divorce), and my ability to see life not as a catastrophic series of events but just life in general. I have grown leaps and bounds in my emotional intelligence and communication, and I continue to do so with her guidance. I am so grateful for her unwavering support and empathy. I would highly recommend Helene to anyone looking for a compassionate, caring, and empathetic therapist and human being. read more

Helene is incredible. She has been a great help to me in many different situations. She is flexible and accommodating whenever possible - that's so important to me. She was recommended to me by a friend and all it took was one session to know she was the right fit. She helps me identify my own thought patterns and has a wonderful way of drawing out underlying assumptions and unexamined roadblocks. Helene is insightful and always helps me break things down when I am feeling overwhelmed. I trust her and I always feel safe - she remembers names and details that other people miss and it's just a lovely way to feel heard and seen. If I had a personal board of directors, she would definitely have a permanent seat at the table. Thanks for always having my back, Helene! read more

I have been working with Helene since 2019, so about 4 years now. She is truly a blessing and I feel beyond grateful to have her in my life! It is hard to find a good therapist!! When I first started seeing Helene I was struggling in so many areas of my life. I felt like I'd been treading water for 15 years & was finally about to drown. I was very overwhelmed, confused & I had no idea where to start. With her compassion, insight & intuition she has helped guide me through & address these struggles, one by one over the years. She is accepting, genuine & non-judgmental making it much easier to be myself & open up. I have learned a lot about myself with her & have gained tools to help cope with life challenges. I have made more progress, positive change & have seen more growth than ever. My relationships with my husband, family & friendships are stronger. Even my small business is growing stronger thanks to her support & Business Coaching experience. Coincidentally, one of my freinds also sees Helene. We both call her our "Life Coach" because she is so much more than a therapist & has helped us both in so many areas of our lives. We have both recommended her to multiple friends. I can't express how highly I recommend Helene! She is my Life Coach & she is my Guiding Light!!! read more

I feel so incredibly lucky to have found Helene back in 2019. She helped me through some very tough times and anytime I feel like I need someone to talk to and am overwhelmed by various life changes and decisions she is the person I turn to. She is not like other therapists that merely listen and try to get you to figure everything out on your own, she offers tools and asks questions to get you to think deeper and start making positive steps in the right direction. I can't recommend Helene enough. read more

Highly recommended! Helene listens, evaluates, and comments in a calm and relaxed setting.

I have been informed that my previous review has been removed so I will repost again. I apologize if this is a repeat. Helene is compassionate, intuitive, supportive, smart, funny, and easy to talk with. She has helped me gain insight into myself and provided tools for me to use in dealing with depression and anxiety. I continue to use these tools on difficult days when I am not feeling my best. Our conversations about fear, anxiety, depression and my super sensitivity have helped me to understand why I experience life the way I do. Beyond this though, Helene helped me to find the courage to start a small business of my own when I was not feeling brave enough to step out and try. She supported me all along my journey to getting started in business with her input and expertise. I will always be grateful to her for her guidance and for helping me to realize and to believe in my own potential. read more

Helene came as a recommendation from a friend who put it as simple as "sometimes it's just nice to vent to someone who isn't a friend or family member, and is actually educated to help think through the situation". As easy as that, my relationship with Helene started. She's been amazing. She's straight to the point, doesn't coddle, won't make you feel bad for your thoughts and feelings, and gives you tangible ideas on how to make changes. She's helped me with family issues, friend challenges, work stresses, and eating/body image issues. Highly recommend her. She's professional, caring, and compassionate. read more

I'm told this has been removed so I'm resending this. Please excuse if it is a duplicate: When I first came to see Helene, I admit I had some hesitation as we are opposites when it comes to race, gender and culture. I found an insightful professional with a listening ear. She has obviously used her life to find out about different kinds of people and never stereotyped me. She is just as willing to guide as she is to learn. Therapy isn't supposed to be magic but ..sometimes she makes you wonder. I have now been seeing her over 10 years RT read more

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE HER. In just a few weeks Helene has helped me grow in ways I didn't know i could. Her approach instantly puts you at easy which will enables you to openly talk about what is on your mind. Ten minutes into each session you start to understand what steps you need to take to remove the challenges or barriers in your personal or professional life. I def recommend anyone looking for a life coach or therapist to call her. Helene has helped me find enlightenment and for that I thank you. read more

Thanks to Yelp I found Helene Schneider and I am SO grateful!! I initially contacted Helene via email and received a very prompt reply. We set up a brief complimentary phone consultation and in that 15 minutes on the phone with her I just knew I had to work with her. I had a huge "aha moment" on that phone call and I thought to myself that if I got that in 15 minutes, what can I achieve with regular sessions? I have been to a handful of other therapists in my adult life and Helene, without question, is the BEST. She opened my eyes in that first 15 minutes and every single session with her I walk out with a better understanding of who I am and the changes I need to make in my life to get me where I want to be. I have grown leaps and bounds since I started seeing her three months ago. She is a warm and compassionate person and very easy to open up and talk to. She is amazing and I am always talking about her to my friends because I am just so excited about the improvements I have made in my life since working with her. I always look forward to my session with her because I know something enlightening will come out of it. I have never been more comfortable in my skin as I am today thanks to Helene. I highly, highly, highly recommend her. Pick up the phone and call her now. There is no need to look further. She will make a tremendous difference in your life! read more

Upon my first phone session with Helene, I learned that she's an amazing and caring person. I always leave feeling better and she makes you feel at home and safe. Never one to judge and always wanting you to work out the hard issues. I've been going to her for three years and everyday am satisfied with all the progress I've made. read more

Twice in recent years I have faced situations in my life in which the path forward was terribly unclear and seemed impossible for me to figure out. Big things. Both times I met with Helene and explained my situation. She listened and then did an amazing job of challenging some assumptions I didn't even realize I was making, and some dogmatic views I was mired in, as they related to some self-imposed limits that were the real root of my confusion about what to do. Literally within minutes, after she showed me a different way to look at my situation, the confusion melted away and the path forward became so much more clear. There was still work for me to do to get where I wanted to go, but I had new clarity about what it was. It's impossible to fully articulate my respect, admiration, and gratitude for Helene Schneider. I would recommend her without reservation to anyone who is struggling with change, fear, anxiety, stress, or debilitating dogma. She cuts through these things gently but thoroughly. She is truly remarkable at what she does. read more

Helene helped me navigate the most difficult time in my life. Her insight and guidance not only applied to the tough situations I was facing but carry over to everyday life. Additionally, Helene was always honest and upfront about the importance of finding the right person to help me, and her transparency throughout the time I saw her remained consistent and focused on what would be best for me. At the end of the day, if you're struggling with something, whether it be traumatic or otherwise, Helene is well-equipped to help or find someone who can. Going through my difficult time with Helene on my side was an incredibly rewarding experience, and one that expedited my recovery beyond what I thought was possible. read more

Helene is an amazing person meant to help people. I can't say enough great things about her. I started seeing Helene several months ago and instantly she helped me change my life. I was extremely stressed out and struggling with anxiety that was so bad I could not get a handle on it. In my first session, I left feeling much better, feeling comfortable and less anxious than I had felt in quite sometime. Every session after that just helped me become more comfortable and at ease with the daily struggles of life! I was able to handle it with the tools Helene gave me. She really helps you to figure out what is bothering you, what you need to do to fix it, how to envision yourself to be, and she guides you on how to get there. Never did I feel uncomfortable, in actuality she is the only person I feel comfortable opening up to. She provides such a comforting and relaxing atmosphere. Everything is focused on the positive and finding ways to deal with the issues we face day to day. She really helped me to become a better business man and person all around. She is truly meant to be doing what she does. I feel like her services are priceless and I highly recommend anyone seeking help to call her. read more

Helene has been a lifesaver for me. A year ago, I was taken completely off-guard when my wife asked for a divorce. I was emotionally crushed, as I struggled to make sense of this bomb. In our sessions, Helene tactfully unwound so many of our complex/strong emotional issues (which would of been impossible for my ex and I to do alone) to get to the root cause and feelings and then guided us step-by-step to an amicable solution. Sometimes the most obvious path(s) to get out of or fix bad situations is really hard to find. Helene was really like a compass for me. I could of taken so many other routes to get to where I am...but that would of consumed so much more of my time and energy. I am very thankful for her help as I go into this new chapter of life. read more

Fantastic therapist. I'm a long term client and have used Helene for everything from crisis management to life coaching. She has been a key contributor to my success in relationships, business and personal achievement. Helene is always available based on my schedule and is never, ever late. In 10+ years she has never cancelled an appointment. She is kind, considerate, knowledgeable, professional, funny and talented . I would highly and confidentially recommend Helene to anyone from any walk of life needing guidance, support, direction or simply the BEST set of ears in town. read more

I strongly recommend Helene if you are looking for a wonderful, funny, smart, honest therapist. She instantly makes you feel comfortable and very easy to open up too. I saw her for about 5 years or so and she helped me through some of the toughest times of my life. Coming from a family who isn't really into therapy I was very shocked to realize how important it was to have someone help you and be able to be truthful with you, even when you don't want to hear it. I can totally be myself in her session and just let it all go by the end of our appointment. Even her guidance and words has helped me help friends in similar situations. I've since moved away from the Bay Area and miss her greatly! She's helped me become a much stronger, more open, honest woman and I'll forever be grateful client. I believe my life is better now since working with Helene and she made me a believer of therapy!! read more

So I have been seeing her for over a year now. She has been one of the most helpful influences on both my professional and personal life. I would strongly recommend Helene for anyone facing new life circumstances and choices. I have never been to see anyone like this before so for me it was a very new experience that I wasn't sure I would be comfortable with. She made me feel immediately at ease which is not an easy thing to do. I also come out feeling better about the things in my life than when I came in. Her sessions have spurred a huge amount of personal growth and I couldn't say enough good things. read more

I have been working with Helene for nearly 6 months and I look forward to every visit. She has helped me in the area of relationships, communication, and intimacy. She brings a sincere, compassionate voice, and 25+ years of experience in these areas including life coaching and meditation. I always felt heard by Helene and always received constructive, positive feedback including tools to take away from the session. She also has a fun way of making you feel comfortable with her great sense of humor. You never feel that life is too heavy when talking with Helene. I highly recommend Helene read more

I have been going to different therapists since I was in high school without anyone ever making a difference in my mental health or outlook on life. Within a few months of working together I am able to have a new outlook on life. I am proud to say with Helene's help I was able to come out of a decade long depression. She brightens my day and makes me think things through. I always leave an appointment feeling refreshed and better about any situation. Helene is hands down the best investment I have ever made. I would strongly recommend her to anyone ready to change their lives. read more

I wish I could give Helene 10 stars. Or more than 10, really. There is no true "star" equivalent for Helene's value, and the level of impact she has had on my life, in business, and in personal areas. She came into my life at the exact right time, and if you have stumbled upon her profile or website, do NOT miss this opportunity (although I'd really love to keep her all to myself!). Helene has been an incredible coach, for personal growth as well as business/entrepreneurship/finances for me. I have had one of the best years of my life this year in terms of growth and change, and I honestly owe it all to Helene. I love her! She is an incredibly valuable asset to my success and happiness, I am beyond grateful to have her as part of my life, and I plan to always keep it that way! If I want to achieve my goals, Helene has to be a part of my team. She is the best in the business. read more

I highly recommend Helene. She has helped me through some major transitions. She is warm, welcoming and insightful. I have seen other therapists who have pushed their own agendas but with Helene, my concerns are always addressed. I have always felt very comfortable discussing the uncomfortable and this has been key to my growth. Even when I had what felt like I was dealing with insurmountable problems, I left her office feeling lighter and hopeful. read more

I truly believe there is no one Helene can't provide with some assistance or enlightenment - she's that good at what she does. I had been struggling with some major life stressors and felt I'd reached a breaking point, when I finally placed a call to a therapist I had researched a bit online, Helene. After talking with her for just a few minutes, I felt a tremendous weight lifted - I had finally sought help, and could tell immediately how caring she is. I've now been a client of Helene's for a year, and I'm so thankful I found her. She has helped me immeasurably as far as dealing with illness and other challenges. I've never left her office without having some provocative concept, quote, or analysis beg further thought and reflection. I find myself applying these practices or concepts to my life without realizing it, and then quickly recognize that I have the work I'm doing with Helene to thank for "tuning in" to my life in this way. I wholeheartedly recommend Helene. She is highly compassionate and insightful, but more importantly she genuinely cares; she is committed to helping her clients, and is clearly invested in their well-being from the very first session. read more

Helene is fantastic. I was facing some big changes in my life and having trouble seeing my way past them. I worked with Helene for about a year and everything came together. I am now embracing the changes I once feared. Helene has a unique way of challenging your thoughts and making you see things in a different light. Even after I stopped seeing her I continued to use the tools she taught me to kept things in perspective. She also has wicked sense of humor, which keeps sessions with her light. I unequivocally recommend Helene and would call her in a heartbeat at the first sign of any issues I felt I could not resolve on my own. read more

Helene is very professional and intelligent. She has a diverse field of knowledge and is very helpful. She helped me navigate through some difficult life changes without any pills or medicine. (Granted everyone's situation is different, but so many 'solutions' these days seem to default to medication.) Helene brings many different nonjudgmental perspectives and viewpoints to the table. I joined yelp specifically so I could give her my best review and referral. If you are looking for a counselor or life coach I whole heartedly recommend Helene, she has really helped me a lot. read more

Helene saw us during a tricky time of our marriage and after only a handful of sessions, our communication improved hugely, and we learned how better to listen, talk to, and hear each other. Helene is warm, practical and fair. We both agree that our experience seeing her has been transformational to our marriage. Highly recommend. read more

Helene is such a great therapist because she is a truly great person. She brings a depth of reality, truth and empathy to her work that is remarkable in the profession. Her approach to therapy and coaching is effective, yielding positive results. Sessions with Helene are enjoyable, productive and immensely helpful. I had some unfortunate experiences with therapists previously, but Helene is genuine. My life is so much better for knowing her and working with her. read more

I am a food addict and cancer survivor! Without Helene, I would never be the strong woman I am today. Helene counseled me through gastric bypass surgery (almost 8 years ago) and my food addiction, as well as through my ovarian cancer diagnosis and healing process. Helene helped me to change my life with respect to dealing with longstanding mother issues. She was never afraid to ask me the really hard questions, challenging me to look at all the possibilities. Therapy is not supposed to be easy. It is hard work. When I moved from the Bay Area to Arizona, I continued my therapy sessions with Helene by phone. I have been to many therapists throughout my 48 years, but Helene has been the only one who has the most intuitive ability to see through my ordinary clutter and get to the heart of my issues. I have been working with Helene for over nine years, and her ability to zone in on my feelings never ceases to amaze me. read more

Helene is an outstanding therapist and a supportive, thoughtful, and insightful coach. She helped me sort through work-related challenges in a way that was constructive and empowering. read more

Helene is a remarkable therapist and person. She has helped me and my family through the loss of my first husband, dating and then remarrying (and the challenges that comes with blending families). She has an ability to make you feel like you are just a friend stopping by to chat. She is always professional, flexible and dependable. She's very well read and informed on a lot of topics. She takes the initiative to research things to better understand topics she may not be as well versed on. Not sure where I'd be without her! read more

Absolutely the best! I really needed someone to help me make some changes in my life and to examine what I really wanted out of life-Helene has done just that, no judgement, no patent answers, she listens, questions and makes suggestions that get me motivated! Love her and would recommend her to anyone who wants to get back on track and live life to the fullest! read more

I think Helene is a wonderful therapist. She's a superb listener, compassionate and honest. She's also down to earth and has a great sense of humor for all those times when laughter is the best medicine. When I started working with her, I was dealing with painful issues from my childhood. I was depressed and really did not know who I was and had no idea how to create a fulfilling life for myself. The notion that I would create my life was totally foreign. I felt hopeless, living only in survival mode and accepting the circumstances dealt to me. Helene helped me heal from childhood pain. I learned how to set boundaries for myself and communicate directly. Through this work, I learned how to handle difficult family interactions and happily discovered some family relationships could be better than I ever thought. Beyond family dynamics, in working with Helene, I embarked on my most important journey, self discovery. Helene can always spot the issues underlying my thoughts. Her insights, both large and small have supported me in learning who I am, what is important to me and that it is possible to create a life I love. That might sound cliché, but until I met Helene, I spent too much time anxious about things I couldn't control and no time exploring a way to create a life I wanted. It's a work in progress but that shift has changed my life. I highly recommend Helene. Kelly read more

Finding a therapist that works for you can be tricky, and very personal. Sometimes it just takes a couple first time visits to find the right one. I originally found Helene for both my mom and I to work out some issues of our own, with hopes that my mom would like her and continue to go on her own. It worked! Helene is a gem. She asks the hard, direct questions with honesty, a little humor and the most compassion. She also is great at dealing with our own fears by offering scenarios of 'what if', which works really well with helping one realize that our minds can make a difficult situation much worse than it is really likely to be. And, the best part is that my mom, who only went to please me, has found a therapist she feels safe with. I haven't heard my mom open up so easily and quickly as she did with Helene. read more

I would highly recommend Helene. She is absolutely wonderful! I saw her over the course of about 2 years, initially on a weekly basis and then bi-weekly and as needed. She makes you feel so comfortable and is able to use her intuition to truly understand what you are dealing with. She helped me keep my head level during a time where I was dealing with one of the most stressful points of my life. There were days where I would walk in and had so many things I wanted to work through that I would be jumping around from topic to topic and somehow she was always able to follow exactly what I was saying. She makes recommendations and gives you things to think about, but does not force her ideas or opinions on you or make you feel like she is judging you. At the end of the day, you are responsible for your change and your breakthroughs, but Helene is an amazing guiding light. Therapy is truly one of the healthiest things you can do for yourself as an individual. I will forever be grateful to her. read more