- Attachment-based work
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
About Paula
Paula Reilly is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with three years' experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting strain, low self-esteem, grief, trauma and anger. Paula also supports people dealing with career problems and major life changes.
Paula trained in counselling at Staffordshire University and holds a Bachelor of Honours degree. Her background includes working with people affected by complex trauma. She helps clients tell their story, notice patterns in relationships, and learn practical ways to manage strong feelings.
Her approach draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how close relationships shape current responses. She uses client-centred skills to keep the focus on what matters to each person. Cognitive behavioural techniques are used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of coping.
Mindfulness and narrative methods are also part of her work. Mindfulness helps people slow down and spot physical and emotional reactions. Narrative therapy supports people to reframe their life stories and make different choices about what matters next.
Paula often works with parents and caregivers who want new tools for day-to-day life. She also helps people dealing with separation, blended family issues, adoption and foster care, and the strain of caregiving. Sessions aim to be practical, clear, and focused on small steps people can try between meetings.
How her approaches translate to online work
Paula uses attachment-based ideas to look at how relationship patterns affect current feelings and reactions. This approach helps when anger or resentment comes up inside close relationships and can guide conversations about boundaries and expectations.She also uses client-centred methods that keep the session focused on what the person wants to address. This gives space for people to talk through immediate concerns and decide which practical steps to try next. Cognitive behavioural techniques are used to spot unhelpful thoughts and to plan small experiments to change reactions and behaviour.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Paula will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and may change as the work progresses.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so please confirm the available session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare and daily routines. They can also allow quicker check-ins, shorter sessions when needed, or sessions without being on camera if that suits someone better.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Paula help with?
She supports adults with stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting difficulties, grief, trauma, anger and related life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-focused and practical, using conversation to spot patterns and try new coping strategies.
What is her professional background?
Paula has three years' clinical experience and trained in counselling at Staffordshire University where she earned a Bachelor of Honours degree.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.