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Helena Georgiou

Co-Founder, Director

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Helena Georgiou is an experienced director with over 15 years of expertise in leading strategic initiatives and driving organizational growth.

Helena Georgiou is a director with 15+ years of experience in project management and operations. As Co-Founder of MentalHealth.com, she leads strategic initiatives and drives organizational growth.

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Prior to MentalHealth.com, Helena played a key leadership role at Rehab.com, where she managed the development of a national rehab booking platform, onboarding 5,000 providers and supporting nearly one million people on their path toward recovery. She also supported a management restructuring, working directly with the CEO and COO to position the company for a successful exit.

Education

University of Reading
Bachelor of Arts (BA), History
2008 - 2011

Local Communities

  • Falmouth, UK

Contributions

5 of 104 contributions

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Education University of Reading Bachelor of Arts (BA), History 2008 - 2011 Local Communities Falmouth, UK Topic Communities Recovery Contributions AllLibraryPerspectiveAnswersNews EditedPorn-Induced Sexual Dysfunction Explore the possible link between pornography use and sexual dysfunction, including evidence related to PIED and PISD. AuthoredHow We Spend Our Days Is, Of Course, How We Spend Our Lives Discover the background, professional journey, and heartfelt guidance of Helena Georgiou, Co-Founder and Director at MentalHealth.com. EditedWhy do I have these terrifying thoughts? A young man describes evening mood changes and frightening intrusive thoughts about harming himself or others that conflict with his values. EditedCan my partner stop watching porn? A reader has discovered a partner’s frequent pornography use, including material they believe may involve minors, and is uncertain about continuing the… EditedCan we have a future if his ex is still around? A reader discovered that a boyfriend continues a sexual relationship with an ex while promising a future together. EditedWhy do I struggle with being faithful? A reader describes repeated flirting and kissing others, sometimes after drinking, that has damaged relationships. EditedHow do I let go of my ex-sister-in-law? After leaving an abusive marriage, a reader feels betrayed by a formerly close sister-in-law and repeatedly reads hurtful blog posts. EditedIs it my fault that he has cheated on me? A pregnant reader describes a fiancé’s repeated infidelity and his claim that arguments made him cheat. EditedAm I the problem or is this emotional abuse? A reader with a young baby describes a boyfriend’s insults, pressure over childcare and work, and a new threat of physical violence. EditedHow do I cope when life feels hopeless? A young parent describes severe anxiety, anger, exhaustion, and daily crying amid stress and financial barriers to care. EditedHow can my best friend heal from harassment? A reader describes a friend’s persistent frightening images and fear after sexual harassment at school. EditedDoes she have Histrionic Personality Disorder? A reader and married roommates are troubled by a friend’s intrusive attention toward one spouse and worry about her response to rejection. EditedHow can I help my friend without making things worse? A reader has long offered advice to a friend with depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem, but worries that the friendship now encourages dependence. EditedWhat can I do about his disrespect? A reader describes a husband’s name-calling, threats, throwing objects, and spending decisions that leave them afraid to raise concerns. EditedWhy is my daughter avoiding responsibility? A father describes a nearly 19-year-old daughter who left college and struggles to follow through with work or financial responsibilities. EditedWhy am I hearing voices? A reader describes weeks of severe insomnia, hearing things, panic, and fear of losing touch with reality. EditedIs Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) related to heightened sexual behavior? A parent asks whether an eight-year-old’s inappropriate behavior toward other children is associated with Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). EditedCan we involuntarily admit a family member in a crisis? A family describes a father making explicit violent threats with a weapon and later denying the incident. EditedHow can I help my socially awkward son? A parent describes an academically accomplished adult son who wants close relationships but struggles with confidence and unwritten social expectations. EditedHelp me please. What is going on with me? A parent describes years of stress, isolation, emotional numbness, crying, irritability, and lost interest in intimacy. EditedI’m a 26-year-old virgin. How do I stop being socially awkward? A 26-year-old man feels behind his peers because he has little dating experience and fears emotional and physical closeness. EditedIs my low stress tolerance a sign of mental illness? A young adult becomes overwhelmed by multitasking, noise, changes in routine, and everyday obligations. EditedWhy do I hear voices and feel no emotion? A reader describes emotional numbness, isolation, voices urging violence, harm to animals, and fear of losing control. EditedWhy does it feel like I’m competing with his son? A woman feels overlooked after moving in with a partner who remains very close to his adult son. EditedI need support, where do I start? A woman describes long-standing mood difficulties, anger, numbness, and increasing thoughts of suicide while feeling judged by people around her. EditedWhat can I do when my suicidal son can’t stop abusing drugs? A parent describes an adult son’s long history of substance use, repeated treatment episodes, and suicidal thoughts. EditedWhat causes someone to mentally check-out? A reader describes a family member mentally checking out during stressful situations and later having little memory of what occurred. EditedIs my boyfriend’s daughter too attached? A woman worries about her boyfriend’s ten-year-old daughter’s intense attachment after divorce. EditedWhy can’t I walk away from my ex? A woman has ended an exhausting relationship but continued contact keeps drawing her back into discussion. EditedCan our marriage survive without sex? A woman who has long feared and disliked sex has begun therapy and finally shared her feelings with her supportive husband. EditedCan a psychologist tell his patient that he is attracted to her? A reader asks whether a psychologist should disclose romantic attraction when a patient also feels attracted. EditedCan mental illness cause physical pain? A reader asks whether mental health difficulties can accompany pain, numbness, brief altered responsiveness, and other concerning symptoms. EditedCan I contact my mothers doctor? A family is worried about a mother’s mood, eating, and behavior despite her composed public appearance. EditedCan you help me save my relationship? A reader wants to repair a once-promising relationship now marked by frequent defensiveness and exhausting arguments. EditedHow do I manage feelings for my ex whilst grieving? A young woman grieving her father’s sudden death feels renewed closeness to an ex while drifting from her current boyfriend. EditedCan our love survive broken trust? A young woman recovering from anorexia feels insecure after discovering her boyfriend’s romantic messages and concealed pornography use. EditedWhy has grief made me numb? After several family deaths and another relative’s terminal illness, a reader feels emotionally numb despite continuing to help. EditedWhy am I questioning my long-distance relationship? A college student repeatedly returns to a high-school relationship but feels lonely and uncertain during separation. EditedIs my wife's counting a sign of a disorder? A husband describes his wife’s near-constant counting, accompanied by headaches and depressed mood. EditedShould I leave my depressed, controlling husband? A woman feels diminished and isolated by her husband’s controlling behavior after a disabling injury and depression. EditedHow do I manage my anger towards my step-dad? A young adult feels angry about a stepfather’s secrecy after leaving the family and starting another relationship. EditedHow do I stop needing so much attention? A woman recognizes a persistent need for attention that leads to arguments, repeated messages, and harmful coping. EditedCan our relationship survive his toxic mother? A woman is exhausted by her boyfriend’s mother’s controlling behavior and his difficulty setting limits. EditedCan I find love when I am afraid of being judged? A fine-art student living with a mental health condition fears rejection when discussing benefits and personal circumstances on dates. EditedHow do you save a loved one who refuses to be helped? A reader describes a brother’s escalating substance use and suicidal threats, alongside the family’s exhaustion and uncertainty about obtaining help. EditedHow do I cope after losing both parents and battling Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? A reader lost both parents within two years and describes traumatic caregiving memories, a Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) diagnosis, and persistent suicidal thoughts. Co-authoredWhat should I do about my boyfriend’s delusional jealousy? A reader describes a boyfriend’s increasingly irrational accusations of infidelity, an assault, and threats of self-harm. EditedHow do you know if a memory is real or a delusion? A reader with past methamphetamine use and ongoing paranoia describes a troubling memory that changes when recalled. EditedHow can I encourage my husband to take more responsibility? A reader wants to share household decisions and finances with a husband who struggles with responsibility and receives treatment for panic disorder. EditedFeeling depressed and isolated. How do I move forward? A young woman describes being housebound, emotionally numb, and isolated despite months of therapy. EditedWhat is happening when I dissociate? A reader describes increasingly frequent periods of lost time during which they apparently work, talk, and drive normally. EditedDoes my boyfriend have feelings for his ex wife? A reader worries that a boyfriend’s retained holiday photographs and contact with an ex-wife mean he still wants the previous relationship. EditedHow do I break free from my dominating mother? A 38-year-old reader describes feeling controlled by a healthy elderly mother who shares a small apartment with them. EditedWhy do I black out after just a few drinks? A reader describes increasingly serious alcohol-related blackouts and destructive behavior, despite not identifying as having a drinking problem. EditedAm I competing with my stepdaughter? A reader feels neglected because a husband devotes much of his time to a teenage daughter’s sports activities. EditedCould I have done something horrible without remembering? A reader with Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) fears that a vivid mental image proves they harmed someone and forgot it. EditedWhy does he want to divorce me? A reader is shocked after a husband suddenly leaves a long marriage and refuses counseling despite saying he still loves them. EditedHow do we fix our relationship? An engaged couple has postponed their wedding because frequent arguments leave both partners feeling unwanted. EditedHow can I better support my histrionic mother? An adult child is helping elderly parents while a father has terminal cancer and worries about a mother’s future care and vulnerability. EditedDo I have an eating disorder? A young adult whose depression has improved in treatment describes recent restriction, purging, and guilt about eating. EditedIs there a way to stop my choking anxiety? A reader with longstanding anxiety describes a fear of choking that has progressively restricted eating to liquids. EditedWhy am I so fragile? A reader feels close to tears after even mildly rude or condescending comments and is finding work increasingly difficult. EditedIs my 5 year old showing signs of Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or Bipolar Disorder? A parent asks whether a five-year-old’s intermittent disruptive behavior at school could indicate Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or bipolar disorder. Co-authoredAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and the Role of Stimulants in Treatment Learn about Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, including medications, therapy, and lifestyle strategies for long-term management. Co-authoredGlossophobia the ‘Fear of Public Speaking’ Learn about glossophobia, its symptoms and causes, and discover effective methods to manage anxiety and build confidence in public speaking. Co-authoredMarriage Breakdown Patterns Explore the stages of relationship breakdown, featuring the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and Duck’s Five-Stage Model. EditedCould my mental health get worse if I don’t get help? A teenager feels persistently irritable and sometimes depressed, but a parent dismisses the request for therapy as attitude. EditedHow can I overcome my past and trust my partner? A reader’s previous breakup has made promises in a loving new relationship difficult to believe. EditedWhy does my boyfriend still have pictures of his ex-girlfriend? A reader finds recently saved photos of a boyfriend’s ex on his computer and feels uneasy about his secrecy. EditedLonely and depressed. How do I start connecting with others? A college student describes loneliness, low confidence, and recurring depression despite strong grades. EditedHow do I overcome my fear of contact? A reader wants closeness but feels unable to initiate touch or accept hugs comfortably. Shame and negative self-image are beginning to affect relationships. EditedWhat causes anhedonia and how do I fix it? A reader reports diminished pleasure and emotional numbness after depression, anxiety, and a medication trial. EditedHow do you help a parent with mental illness? An adult child describes a father’s sudden impulsive behavior, estrangement, and refusal of treatment after years of managed depression. EditedWhy doesn’t my boyfriend give gifts? A woman feels valued in many parts of a long relationship but hurt by her boyfriend’s refusal to give small gifts. EditedHow do I find balance in a relationship? A reader has left a much-loved partner because dependence seems to be undermining the relationship. EditedAre bipolar sufferers abusive? A reader asks whether a parent’s bipolar disorder explains emotional and physical abuse. EditedIs my low libido caused by childhood experiences? A young man wonders whether anxiety about childhood experiences could explain low libido and erectile difficulties now affecting his relationship. EditedHow do I manage a complicated love triangle? A university student has fallen in love with a married man whose previously open relationship is now troubled. EditedHow do I help a bipolar friend who has lost touch with reality? A reader is concerned about a friend’s fixed beliefs involving children and a doctor’s family. EditedAm I bisexual? A man in a loving relationship describes intrusive doubts about his sexuality recurring alongside depression. EditedAre my child’s dreams a cause for concern? A parent is unsettled by a compassionate 10-year-old’s dreams about medieval combat. EditedHow can my boyfriend overcome his anger issues? A woman is frightened by her boyfriend’s occasional destructive anger despite affectionate periods between outbursts. EditedHow do I stop unwanted, horrible thoughts? A parent feels ashamed and frightened by unwanted intrusive thoughts that began after an upsetting dream following a child’s birth. Co-authoredHow to Resolve Parent-Child Conflict Learn how to resolve parent-child conflicts with empathy, build trust, ease tension, and turn challenges into lasting connections. EditedIs my son creating false memories because of trauma? A parent questions an adult son’s account of childhood abuse amid conflict involving his biological father and stepfather. EditedWhy has anxiety taken over my life? 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EditedHow are anxiety disorders different to personality disorders? A parent struggling with anxiety and perfectionism asks how Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) differs from obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. EditedHow can I overcome exhibitionism and save my marriage? A married man wants to stop longstanding exhibitionistic behavior and compulsive online sexual activity that are damaging his marriage. EditedHow do I stand up to my orthodox parents? A young woman faces severe family opposition to marrying outside her caste, religion, and state. EditedHow do I handle a daughter who’s out of control? A parent feels overwhelmed by an adult daughter’s theft, forged checks, and unstable employment. MentionedMentalHealth.com Acquires Online Mental Health Platform and Community Read the MentalHealth.com announcement about acquiring an online mental health platform and expanding access to mental health information. Press contactMentalHealth.com Appoints Brian Trisler, Co-Founder of A Place for Mom, to Venture Advisory Team Read about Brian Trisler, co-founder of A Place for Mom, joining the MentalHealth.com Venture Advisory Team. Press contactMentalHealth.com Appoints Dr. Carlos Protzel to Clinical Affairs Team Read about Dr. Carlos Protzel joining the MentalHealth.com Clinical Affairs Team and contributing his clinical expertise to its work. Press contactMentalHealth.com Appoints Co-Founder Dr. Jesse Hanson, PhD, to Lead Clinical Affairs Team and Serve as Clinical Director Read about Dr. Jesse Hanson joining the MentalHealth.com Clinical Affairs Team and contributing to its work in mental health education and care. Press contact1-800-DENTIST Founders, Fred Joyal and Gary Saint-Denis, Inaugural Members of MentalHealth.com Venture Advisory Team Read about the 1-800-DENTIST founders joining the MentalHealth.com Venture Advisory Team and bringing their experience to its work. MentionedMentalHealth.com Launches Mental Health Network Read about the launch of the MentalHealth.com Mental Health Network and its work to connect people with mental health resources and support. Press contactMentalHealth.com Acquires Therapy.ai to Advance Person-Centered Systems of Care With over 1 billion people facing mental health challenges, MentalHealth.com acquires Therapy.ai to advance AI in mental health care. Press contactMentalHealth.com Responds to WHO’s Call: Scaling Global Solutions for Mental Health MentalHealth.com responds to WHO’s urgent call, scaling intelligent technology to support one billion people with mental health needs worldwide. MentionedMentalHealth.com Launches People-First Platform Read the MentalHealth.com announcement about its people-first platform and approach to mental health education, diagnostics, and care. 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