Paula Barlow, NCPS
Paula Barlow is a counsellor who blends practical talking therapies with compassionate support.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- +15 more
About Paula
Paula Barlow is a counsellor who blends practical talking therapies with compassionate support. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression and addiction. Paula encourages clients to recognise their own strengths and take small steps towards change.
With nine years of experience, Paula has supported people through grief, relationship difficulties and trauma. She helps individuals who struggle with intimacy, eating or sleeping problems, anger, and low self-esteem. She also offers help for career transitions, parenting strains and coping with life changes.
Background and approach
Her approach centres on the person in front of her. Sessions focus on listening first, then working together to set realistic goals. Paula uses clear, everyday language and practical tools so clients can try something different between meetings.
She draws on a mix of methods including client-centred work, cognitive behavioural techniques, mindfulness, hypnotherapy and psychodynamic ideas. These are selected to fit the issue at hand and the client’s preferences rather than applied in a fixed sequence. Paula holds the NCPS credential and practises in the United Kingdom.
She supports clients in English and does not accept international clients. Her aim is to create a calm, respectful space where people can explore problems and build coping skills.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| NCPS | NCS13-00350 | October 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Paula works with
Everything Paula lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family problems
- Fertility issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Paula lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect. It teaches simple, practical techniques for managing anxiety, low mood and unhelpful habits so people can try small changes between sessions.
Mindfulness therapy helps people notice their thoughts and bodily sensations with less reactivity. It can be useful for stress, anxiety and improving sleep by teaching short practices to use during the day.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss options and agree a plan based on the client’s needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative process means approaches can be adjusted as progress is made.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a work break. Live chat or text-based messaging is useful for short check-ins, written reflection or when messaging feels easier than speaking. These formats make it simpler to arrange therapy around daily life and reduce travel time while keeping continuity of care.
Frequently asked
What concerns does this counsellor typically help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues. Additional areas include eating and sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem and coping with life changes.
What is the therapeutic style and approach?
She uses a person-centred style alongside cognitive behavioural, mindfulness, hypnotherapy and psychodynamic ideas. The focus is on listening first, then choosing practical tools that fit the client.
How much experience does the counsellor have?
She has nine years of professional experience working with people on a wide range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credentials and location apply to this counsellor?
She holds NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom. Those seeking sessions should note her credential as supplied.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does the cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with this counsellor?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the counsellor’s availability.
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