Paula Clifton, BACP

Paula Clifton is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety and the strain of life changes. She works with clients dealing with grief, sleep problems and low self-esteem. Paula aims to make the first step feel manageable and affirms the courage it takes to begin therapy.

Paula uses a straightforward, person-focused style in sessions. She creates a calm space where people can talk about difficult feelings without being judged. Conversations often begin with what matters most to the client and then move at a pace that feels right for them.

Her work draws on Client-Centred Therapy to follow the client’s lead and build trust. Paula also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect, to help with anxiety and mood. She includes hypnotherapy where appropriate to support sleep, relaxation and coping with bodily symptoms.

With three years of professional experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, Paula combines practical steps with listening. She helps people set small, realistic goals and notice gradual changes over time.

Sessions are conducted in English and she accepts international clients. Prospective clients are invited to use the Start Therapy button to complete a short questionnaire and arrange sessions according to availability.

How Paula's approaches work online and in sessions

Client-Centred Therapy is about following the person’s lead and building a trusting relationship through listening and empathy. It helps when someone needs space to make sense of feelings and decide what matters most. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical steps to reduce anxiety and lift mood. Hypnotherapy is used to support relaxation, sleep and managing bodily symptoms by guiding attention and promoting calm.

Finding the right approach is part of working together. Paula will talk with the client about goals and preferences and suggest methods that fit those aims. The process is collaborative and can change over time as needs shift.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around daily life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make sessions more accessible for people dealing with chronic illness, caregiving duties or mobility limits. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt these approaches to suit your situation and schedule.