Paula Spencer-Snell, NCPS
Paula Spencer-Snell is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety and depression.
About Paula
Paula Spencer-Snell is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety and depression. She speaks English and draws on a range of talking approaches to suit different needs. Paula aims to make the first steps into therapy simple and direct.
Paula offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about painful experiences. She listens for what matters to each person and works at their pace.
Background and approach
Sessions are practical and grounded, often focusing on small changes that make daily life easier. Her background includes four years of professional practice and the NCPS credential. Paula uses client-centred listening combined with structured techniques when useful.
That mix helps people who want both emotional support and hands-on tools. Some clients bring trauma, relationship worries, low self-esteem or difficulty coping with life changes. Paula also supports people with chronic health concerns, caregiver stress, body image and feelings of isolation.
She adapts her approach to the problem presented rather than relying on a single method. People can expect clear discussion about goals and simple strategies to try between sessions. Paula encourages small experiments and practical steps to relieve pressure.
The aim is to help someone feel more able to manage mood, move through tough feelings and restore a sense of control.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| NCPS | NCS20-00947 | November 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
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Relationship issues
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Paula lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-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, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It uses short exercises and practical tasks to test ideas and build new habits, which can help with anxiety, low mood and stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and increase calm, useful for managing worry and emotional overwhelm.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative step. Paula will talk through goals, preferences and what feels manageable. Together they decide whether to focus on talking, practical exercises or a mix of methods, and this can change over time as needs shift.
Online therapy offers flexibility. Video calls let people see facial cues and have fuller conversations. Phone sessions use less data and work for those who prefer not to be on camera. Live chat or text-based messaging suits short check-ins, quick reflections or people who find writing easier. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to try different ways of working.
Frequently asked
What concerns does she help with?
Common issues include stress, anxiety, depression and trauma. She also works with relationship worries, low self-esteem and coping with life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions combine client-centred listening with practical techniques. Paula blends hands-on strategies with space to talk through difficult feelings.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and practical concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds NCPS and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Paula offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How do fees and payment work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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