- Person-centred care
- Mindfulness tools
- Practical goals
About Paula
Paula Cleary is a counsellor who helps people who feel overwhelmed, stuck or unsure about the next step. She talks things through at a gentle pace so clients can begin to understand what is happening and decide what they want to change. Paula frames therapy as a hopeful step towards feeling lighter and more settled.
Paula uses a person-centred style that puts the client's experience at the heart of sessions. She listens without judgement and works with each person to identify practical steps they can try between meetings. Mindfulness techniques are offered to help manage stress and intense emotions in the moment.
She also draws on existential ideas to help people look at meaning, choice and values when life feels uncertain. Solution-focused methods are used to zoom in on small, achievable goals that build confidence and momentum. These approaches are used together to suit a person’s needs rather than as a one-size-fits-all package.
Paula has 16 years of experience supporting people through issues such as anxiety, panic disorder and panic attacks, low mood, grief, relationship concerns and trauma. Her practice is based in the United Kingdom and she works with people who want to make steady, practical changes in their lives.
Paula is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP. Sessions are provided in English, and she accepts people from outside the UK as well as within it.
How Paula's approaches work online
Paula combines person-centred care with mindfulness and solution-focused methods to help people make steady changes. Person-centred or client-centred work means the therapist listens carefully and follows the client's lead, helping them name what matters and decide on their next steps. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce immediate stress and manage strong feelings. Solution-focused therapy concentrates on small, practical goals and on what is already working, which can quickly build confidence and momentum.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Paula will work collaboratively to figure out which methods fit a person's needs, goals and preferences, and she adapts the plan as things change. The emphasis is on making therapy useful and manageable for everyday life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around busy schedules, reduce travel time and allow people to join from different locations, including other countries. Some sessions may favour phone or video depending on the practical needs of the moment, such as having a quieter space or saving time, and Paula will discuss what works best for each person.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Paula help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, panic disorder and panic attacks, depression, grief, relationship issues and trauma-related concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centred and collaborative, with mindfulness and solution-focused techniques to find small, practical steps forward.
How much experience does she have?
She has 16 years of experience working with people through a range of emotional and life challenges.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
Paula is listed as BACP and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients as well as those based in the UK.
How are fees and billing handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with Paula?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.