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Paula Ciocirlau, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Paula is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Paula. View 17 reviews
Great news, Paula is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English and Romanian
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

Paula is phenomenal. She's a great listener and has great insights into what I need to hear. She has really helped me keep myself on track and manage a very busy life.

Reviewed November 2024

Paula is wonderful. She not only listens to me but helps me gets started with baby steps towards my goals which is exactly what I need. I felt lost before meeting Paula but now I feel hopeful. Thank you Paula.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Paula

  • 8 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

Welcome to my website!

I am a dedicated and compassionate psychotherapist committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, improve their mental well-being and achieve their personal goals. I offer a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, to achieve meaningful lasting change. I view therapy as a collaborative process, where we work together to identify and address the challenges you face. I am here to provide guidance, support, and expertise, but you are the expert on your own life.

Together, we will set goals and develop strategies to help you achieve the positive changes you desire.

I have completed my studies in the university of Sigmund Freud and received my license in 2019 in Vienna, Austria, the place where psychotherapy was born. As well I have completed my Master degree at Liverpool John Moores University in 2023.

The modality of counselling on offer can be Systemic or Person-Centred Psychotherapy. I am fully trained in Systemic Family Therapy (BA.pth) and in Person-Centred Therapy (MA.pth.)

I have worked in diverse mental health settings. I have experience working with a variety of issues and I understand different cultural perspectives, due to my international travels and studies.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Parenting issues Career difficulties Depression Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hearing impaired HIV / AIDS Hoarding Immigration issues Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Trichotillomania Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 387673 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Paula Ciocirlau

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

17 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Great Empathetic Recommend Supportive Professional Thank you Anxiety Grateful Helpful

Paula is phenomenal. She's a great listener and has great insights into what I need to hear. She has really helped me keep myself on track and manage a very busy life.

Reviewed November 2024

Paula is wonderful. She not only listens to me but helps me gets started with baby steps towards my goals which is exactly what I need. I felt lost before meeting Paula but now I feel hopeful. Thank you Paula.

Reviewed November 2024

This is a good Therapist

Reviewed May 2024

I was pleasantly surprised by therapy through Betterhelp. Having been to in person therapy I wasn't sure how this dynamic would work. Paula is a complete professional. She understood my current situation without need for lengthy back stories & history. She provides me with thought provoking questions to a situation which I really believed had exhausted all perspectives. Working with her so far has been productive & solution driven. I believe he will help me to eventually come to a decision on a problem which has followed me for my adult life.

Reviewed February 2024

Paula is incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and easy to talk to. She clearly has a very good understanding of human behavior, whether that's children, adults, men or women. I've found my sessions to be immensely insightful and helpful with a number of factors in my life personally, and from little observations about large things she's changed my thinking and been able to make sense of things that I was struggling to make clear. 100% recommend to anyone struggling with any situation to reach out to Paula.

Reviewed February 2024

Paula has helped me orient my mind and helped me reflecting through “tasks” , she is kind and I’ve felt she listened and that is impressive, because I’ve just have had chat sessions ( this was my wish, to only chat)

Reviewed January 2024

Paula is a wonderful therapist, what I appreciate the most about her is that she makes sure you feel listened to and understood. The fact that she is encouraging and positive and she acknowledges the progress you have made so far makes you feel good and gives you renewed energy to keep trying and be grateful. It has taken me a lot of effort to open up and be vulnerable but we managed together, I love working with her and I can safely say she has had a lot of positive impact in my life.

Reviewed August 2023

I've only been working with Paula for a few weeks and I have seen a positive change in the way I deal with issues I face daily. Paula offers practical advice in a supportive manner which works really well with me. I highly recommend her if you struggle with anxiety.

Reviewed July 2023

Paula is extremely considerate, empathetic and knowledgeable. She is also very professional and supportive. Love working with her.

Reviewed July 2023

Paula is amazing. So empathetic and understanding - a great ear to listen and offers the best advice to work on yourself

Reviewed April 2023

Paula has been a great therapist. She has always been patient, she is a great listener and she has helped me overcome problems through workable solutions. I always feel a bit better after a session with Paula. I have been working with her for around a year now and she has helped me manage my anxiety and work related stress. Paula also helped me improve my relationships through better communication. I am very grateful for Paula's help.

Reviewed April 2023

She is a very professional and empathetic therapist. The atmosphere was always very comfortable and she helped me through a hard time. I can highly recommend her services !

Reviewed March 2023

Paula Ciocirlau is an excellent therapist. She created a safe and supportive environment for me to work through my issues. Thank you, Paula, for helping me on my journey to a better state of mind.

Reviewed January 2023

Paula provides a safe and compassionate space for exploring present and past experiences as well as anxieties about the future. I've benefited from the sessions and would recommend her as a therapist. Thanks, Paula.

Reviewed November 2022

Paula is fantastic. I worked with her for 6months. She is empathetic, supportive and considerate. 5 stars please!

Reviewed June 2022

Thank you for all your help, You are a star.

Reviewed May 2022

Brillinat

Reviewed April 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Paula Ciocirlau offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Paula Ciocirlau works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Paula Ciocirlau speak?

Paula Ciocirlau speaks English and Romanian.

How many years of experience does Paula Ciocirlau have?

Paula Ciocirlau has 8 years of experience.

Where is Paula Ciocirlau licensed to practice?

Paula Ciocirlau is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Paula Ciocirlau accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Paula Ciocirlau accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Paula Ciocirlau offer?

Paula Ciocirlau offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Paula Ciocirlau?

Paula Ciocirlau can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Paula Ciocirlau?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.