Paula Appleton, BACP, NCPS
Integrative counsellor for complex life challenges
- Trauma and grief specialist
- Works with Deaf clients
- 14 years experience
About Paula Appleton
Paula Appleton is a qualified counsellor with 14 years of experience who practises an integrative approach, blending techniques from different therapeutic models and tailoring them to each client's needs in line with the BACP Ethical Framework. She combines practical, evidence-informed methods with an attuned, person-centred stance so that therapy is adapted to the particular challenges an individual brings.
Paula holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and NCPS, a recognised professional counselling credential. She works across a wide range of presenting issues, including anxiety, addiction, depression, bereavement, sexual abuse, PTSD, affairs and betrayals, illness, phobias, tinnitus retraining therapy, and work with couples and families.
She is experienced in supporting Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients and is sensitive to communication needs, using SSE of BSL and holding BSL NVQ Level 6. Paula attends to the physical, psychological, and emotional impact of life events and difficulties, and she structures sessions to help clients explore those experiences safely and constructively.
Counselling with Paula offers an opportunity for focused time on personal wellbeing, a space to examine difficult situations, and practical and emotional support for the psychological issues that arise from life changes and painful events.
Paula holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and NCPS, a recognised professional counselling credential. She works across a wide range of presenting issues, including anxiety, addiction, depression, bereavement, sexual abuse, PTSD, affairs and betrayals, illness, phobias, tinnitus retraining therapy, and work with couples and families.
She is experienced in supporting Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients and is sensitive to communication needs, using SSE of BSL and holding BSL NVQ Level 6. Paula attends to the physical, psychological, and emotional impact of life events and difficulties, and she structures sessions to help clients explore those experiences safely and constructively.
Counselling with Paula offers an opportunity for focused time on personal wellbeing, a space to examine difficult situations, and practical and emotional support for the psychological issues that arise from life changes and painful events.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
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 Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Paula Appleton have?
Paula Appleton has 14 years of experience in counselling and psychotherapy.
Is Paula Appleton a licensed therapist?
Yes. Paula Appleton holds the credentials BACP and NCPS.
In which languages does Paula Appleton provide therapy?
Paula Appleton provides therapy in English and American Sign Language.
Where is Paula Appleton located?
Paula Appleton 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.
Could Remote Sessions Work For You?
Many people ask whether online therapy can make a real difference in their lives. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.One of the main benefits is flexibility - clients can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging. This makes it easier to fit therapeutic work into busy schedules and to maintain continuity through life transitions.
Therapists offering online work are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they would like a different fit. Remote sessions can provide practical access to therapy while preserving the core elements of therapeutic connection and support.