Paul Smith, BACP

Paul Smith is a counsellor who helps people talk through difficult feelings and situations. He uses straightforward conversation to help people find clarity and make changes that feel right for them. He offers a calm, non-judgemental space and aims to treat each person as more than their difficulties.

Paul practises Client-Centred Therapy, which means he follows the client's pace and focuses on understanding their experience. He has worked with people since 2011, bringing 15 years of experience to sessions. His background includes helping with depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties.

He also supports people with grief, addictions, trauma and intimacy-related problems. Other areas he addresses include anger, self-esteem, career worries and coping with life changes. He has worked with issues such as attachment, codependency, communication problems and fatherhood concerns among a wider list of topics.

Sessions are offered in English and Paul accepts clients from the United Kingdom and internationally. He emphasises a warm, friendly approach and treats each person without judgement. People can expect practical conversation aimed at clearer understanding and next steps.

To start, a short questionnaire and scheduling step are used to match someone to therapy and arrange sessions. Payment uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time, with fees varying by location and therapist availability.

How Client-Centred Work Adapts to Online Therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's experience and on being heard. It involves the counsellor listening closely, reflecting feelings and following the client's lead. This approach can help with relationship tensions, anxiety, depression and issues such as attachment or codependency by making space to understand what matters most to the individual.

The main aim is collaboration. The counsellor will work with the client to decide which way of working feels right. Together they will review goals, try different ways of approaching problems and adjust the approach as needed to fit the client's needs and preferences.

Practical benefits of online therapy often include easier fitting of sessions into daily life, fewer travel requirements and the option to choose a quieter time that suits work or family routines. Because this profile does not list specific session formats, confirm the available formats before booking so you know whether sessions are by video, phone or another arrangement. Registered or accredited professionals can offer online sessions that focus on conversation, coping strategies and planning next steps, all designed to fit into everyday schedules.