- 14 years' experience
- BACP and NCPS
- BSL and ASL
About Paula
Paula Appleton is a counsellor with 14 years of experience based in the United Kingdom. She holds BACP and NCPS credentials and offers an integrative style that adapts to each person's needs. Paula communicates in English and American Sign Language and is experienced supporting Deaf and hard of hearing people.
Paula draws on a mix of approaches so sessions are shaped around what helps most. She uses practical skills and reflective conversation to address stress, anxiety, depression and addictions. She also supports people coping with trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem and relationship concerns.
Her work covers a wide range of issues including parenting strain, sleep and eating difficulties, bipolar mood challenges, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. Paula also attends to concerns such as abandonment, attachment questions, body image and the challenges of chronic illness and caregiving.
Sessions aim to be straightforward and focused. Paula listens and helps people find steps they can use between meetings. She blends evidence-informed methods and client-centred discussion to suit each situation.
People from outside the UK may work with her, and she can use British Sign Language at a level aligned with BSL NVQ Level 6. If you need to check session arrangements or formats, confirm current options before booking.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and then take practical steps that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and gives clear tools to change unhelpful patterns. It often helps with anxiety, compulsive habits and low mood.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss your goals and preferences and suggest which methods to try. That choice is collaborative and can change as you make progress or as needs shift.
Session formats are not stated in the biography, so please confirm current arrangements before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they fit around work, reduce travel and can be scheduled more easily. Others choose different setups to suit quieter surroundings, less screen time or a shorter check-in between commitments. Registered or accredited professionals can advise which online option will best support your goals.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, American Sign Language
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Paula help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and trauma-related issues. Other areas include grief, self-esteem, parenting strain, ADHD and sleep or eating difficulties.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is integrative and practical, combining talking and skill-building. Sessions focus on steps you can try between meetings as well as exploring feelings.
How much experience does this counsellor have?
She has 14 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of presenting issues. That experience includes supporting Deaf and hard of hearing people.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed with BACP and NCPS and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and American Sign Language, and she has BSL competence aligned with BSL NVQ Level 6.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients. Confirm any time differences and scheduling needs when booking.
How are costs and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin work with her?
Press the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.