- ACT and CBT
- Psychodynamic work
- Solution-focused steps
About Lesley
Lesley Papper is a psychotherapeutic counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) with nine years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, eating and addiction concerns, anger, sleep difficulties, low self-esteem, parenting strains and career-related stress. Sessions also address trauma and abuse, ADHD and compassion fatigue.
Lesley uses a mix of approaches to suit what each person needs. She names Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, psychodynamic and solution-focused work among her tools. Her practice draws on these methods to look at current struggles and the patterns that have developed over time.
Her style is collaborative and practical. She talks with clients about what is worrying them now and about longer-term goals. Sometimes the conversation looks at past events to understand how they shape present reactions. Other times the focus is on small, concrete changes that reduce distress and improve daily functioning.
Lesley also works with people who have hidden or physical disabilities and those who are neurodiverse. She offers both short-term and longer-term work and aims to help people build structure and coping strategies that suit their lives.
She asks people to take the first step by using the online matching process to arrange an initial session. Sessions are offered in English and she accepts clients from outside the United Kingdom.
Therapy approaches and how online sessions are used
Lesley works with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy as part of her practice. ACT focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while choosing actions that match their values, which can be useful for persistent anger and avoidance. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical exercises to reduce unhelpful reactions and build new habits.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Lesley will discuss clients' aims and preferences and decide together which methods to try first. That collaboration helps shape whether the focus is on brief, goal‑directed tasks or on exploring deeper life patterns over time.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make therapy easier to fit into a busy life - it can reduce travel, allow shorter check-ins during a break, or avoid being on camera if that helps. Registered and accredited professionals often use online sessions to maintain continuity of support and to make regular appointments more practical for everyday schedules.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does she help with?
She helps with anger that shows up as losing temper, simmering resentment, frustration at work, and coping with someone else’s anger. Anger is listed alongside other concerns such as stress and relationship issues.
What is her overall therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She combines short-term, solution-focused steps with deeper work on past patterns when that feels useful.
How long has she been practising?
She has nine years of clinical experience working in a variety of settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Yes. She accepts international clients and offers sessions in English.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.