- Somatic work
- Internal Family Systems
- Strengths focused
About Paul
Paul Cleland is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with ten years of experience in practice. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationship strain, grief, anger and major life changes. Sessions are delivered in English and he accepts international clients.
Paul frames the client as the expert in their own story. He listens for strengths and practical resources people already have. He also pays attention to how feelings show up in the body as well as in thought, aiming to help clients understand where emotions are getting stuck.
His work combines somatic techniques with an Internal Family Systems perspective. That means he may help a person notice bodily sensations, breathe, or gently track where tension sits, while also exploring the different parts of their inner experience and how those parts interact. The goal is clearer self-understanding rather than labels or quick fixes.
Paul often uses compassionate inquiry alongside body-focused methods to open up emotions that feel blocked. Sessions tend to be straightforward and practical, focusing on skills people can use between meetings as well as on what comes up in the session itself.
People who want to manage anger, reduce persistent frustration, repair strained interactions, or handle the after-effects of grief may find his approach helpful. To begin, prospective clients are asked to use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Confirm current session options before booking.
How his approaches translate to online work
Somatic Therapy helps people tune into bodily sensations that link to emotions. Online sessions can guide breathing, gentle movement and awareness of tension so a person notices how anger or anxiety shows up in the body. This can help with releasing held stress and learning practical calming actions.Internal Family Systems works by identifying different inner parts and how they relate to one another. In an online session the counsellor may help someone name parts that criticise, protect or feel hurt, and then practise listening to those parts to reduce internal conflict and reactive behaviour.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss a person’s needs, goals and preferences and decide together which methods to try. That choice may change as therapy progresses, and sessions are collaborative rather than prescriptive.
Confirm the available session formats before booking to know exactly how sessions are held. Online work can be helpful for fitting therapy around work or family commitments, reducing travel, and allowing shorter check-ins when time is limited. It also makes it easier to work with clients who live outside the counsellor’s immediate area.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relationship issues, grief, anger and coping with life changes, plus related concerns such as forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and self-love.
What style of therapy does he use?
He uses a somatic approach alongside Internal Family Systems and compassionate inquiry, combining attention to body sensations with exploring different inner parts and patterns.
How much experience does he have?
He has ten years of professional counselling experience working with adults on emotional and relational concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients.
How are fees and payments arranged?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a session with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.