BACP, NCPS

Paula Appleton , BACP, NCPS

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About Paula

Paula Appleton is a qualified counsellor who adopts an integrative approach, blending established therapies to tailor work to each individual in line with the BACP Ethical Framework. She frames counselling as a collaborative process that supports people through life events that can affect them physically, psychologically and emotionally. Paula works with individuals across the lifespan and adapts interventions to meet varied needs and circumstances.

Her practice addresses a broad range of presenting issues, including anxiety, addiction, depression, bereavement, sexual abuse, PTSD, affairs and betrayals, illness, phobias, tinnitus, couples and family concerns, and other trauma-related difficulties. Paula also supports people with eating, sleeping and intimacy-related issues, parenting and relationship challenges, career and self-esteem concerns, and conditions such as bipolar disorder and ADHD.

She is experienced in working with Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients and is trained in Sign Supported English (SSE) and British Sign Language at NVQ Level 6, reflecting sensitivity to varied communication needs. Paula brings practical therapies alongside empathic listening to help people take time out to focus on wellbeing and to explore the emotional and psychological difficulties that arise from life’s challenges.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Paula commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy alongside other methods. ACT helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them while clarifying personal values and committed actions - it can be useful for anxiety, stress and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating that develop from early relationships and how they influence current bonds - it is often helpful for relationship, intimacy and attachment issues. Paula combines these approaches with client-centred principles to ensure therapy remains person-focused and adaptive to each situation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Paula works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses to maintain a good fit.

Online work offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, making it easier to access therapy from different locations and schedules. For many people, remote sessions make attending regular therapy more manageable while still allowing licensed professionals and therapists to deliver structured, supportive care.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Paula Appleton have?

Paula Appleton has 14 years of experience.

Is Paula Appleton a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials BACP and NCPS. BACP indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy; NCPS is a professional counselling credential.

In which languages does Paula Appleton provide therapy?

Paula provides therapy in English and American Sign Language.

Where is Paula Appleton located?

Paula is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Paula Appleton as my therapist?

You can work with Paula Appleton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Paula Appleton work with international clients?

Yes, Paula Appleton works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Paula Appleton cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English, American Sign Language

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