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Paul Smith, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Paul 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 Paul. View 17 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom

Recent reviews

Paul is compassionate, non-judgemental, clear and professional. He helps you understand what is best for yourself by asking the right questions. I feel very comfortable talking to Paul, he is very personable. Highly recommend.

Reviewed November 2024

Paul is a great guy and fantastic therapist. He listens intently, aims to deeply understand the person he is speaking with, and uses what he learns to help you notice things you might have missed. I recommend Paul and think that you'll be glad you chose him as your therapist.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Paul

  • 14 years' experience
  • Male
  • BACP

Whatever is going on for you, by talking things through we can find a way for you to move to a more positive place.

I work as a Person Centred Counsellor, which provides for you a safe open non judgemental space to talk about what’s going on for you, find clarity and understanding of what things need to change and how to change them. I have been seeing clients since 2011 helping them with a variety of issues. Some of which have included, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family issues, OCD, self esteem.

I also work with couples to help in relationship issues

I care deeply about people and always approach my clients with a view they are not their issue. I am warm, friendly, non judgmental and passionate about counselling and how it can help.

I look forward to working with you

Warm regards

Paul

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Depression Addictions Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Self-love Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 173722 · Expires December 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 Paul Smith

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

Overall rating:

5.0

17 reviews

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Paul is compassionate, non-judgemental, clear and professional. He helps you understand what is best for yourself by asking the right questions. I feel very comfortable talking to Paul, he is very personable. Highly recommend.

Reviewed November 2024

Paul is a great guy and fantastic therapist. He listens intently, aims to deeply understand the person he is speaking with, and uses what he learns to help you notice things you might have missed. I recommend Paul and think that you'll be glad you chose him as your therapist.

Reviewed September 2024

Paul is kind, supportive and non judgmental.

Reviewed September 2024

Paul is a wonderful therapist. He makes me reflect on what is true. He makes me look inside myself for the things that I have been ignoring or avoiding. I feel a very good connection with him which is important to me. I would highly recommend him. He's not like your average therapist who will hmm and ahh at you. You can actually feel his active listening and presence right there with you. I'd give him a 10/10. Don't hesitate to start your journey with him. Also if you want to stay stuck then he's likely NOT the therapist for you.

Reviewed June 2024

Paul was very understanding and helpful with our first chat. Really supportive and I felt more resilient afterwards.

Reviewed May 2024

I have been seeing Paul now for 6 months and in this time I have felt much better in myself. Paul always responds to me in a timely manner when I need him and during our sessions, he listens intently allowing me a safe space to express myself.

Reviewed May 2024

I was nervous and not sure about how therapy would work for me but Paul is very easy to talk to which put me at ease straight away, he understands everything I am feeling and thinking and allows me to voice these in a safe space, after only a couple of sessions I really felt I'd come out of a fog and could think clearly and put into place things to help me proceed, I would recommend Paul to anyone and I am so glad to have had the opportunity to speak with him as I feel I may not have progressed in the same way.

Reviewed April 2024

Professional, empathetic, pleasant, patient and understanding. Oh yes and “reasonable.” Good egg great listener and very supportive. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to others. Excellent.

Reviewed April 2024

So awesome. Feels like talking to a friend

Reviewed March 2024

In the short few sessions I have had Paul had helped me immensely. I feel he understands how to help me and I’m making progress with my mental health for the first time in my life

Reviewed January 2024

Paul is very attentive and calming. He’s supported me to open up and provides a comfortable zone to do so without feeling judged. Paul has helped me to gain more confidence, and has helped me to explore areas of both my past and present that may be effecting me, allowing a safe space to work through them

Reviewed November 2023

Paul Smith is someone to be respected and loved. All ways open, warm harted and there to help.

Reviewed November 2023

Paul is a very caring, considerate listener. He knows when to challenge, but is adept at helping you understand how your own life affects you.

Reviewed July 2023

I have had sessions with Paul for 4 weeks, and during this time he has been very helpful in enabling me to express and explore. He is a great listener and he asked questions that allowed me to think about the topic at hand in helpful directions. Overall I am very happy with my experience with him and I definitely recommend him to anyone who is looking to improve their mental health. Thanks Paul!

Reviewed March 2023

He is understanding, considerate, empathetic, insightful, helpful, humane, wise, and has a good sense of humour while still taking things seriously. Speaking with Paul helps a lot, you feel like he's in your corner.

Reviewed November 2022

Ive worked with Paul for the last three weeks and I've really enjoyed the session. I've worked through alot of issues. My sessions with Paul felt safe and I felt I could really open up to him. Thanks Paul!

Reviewed November 2022

Great overall experience with Paul Smith.

Reviewed September 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Paul Smith offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Paul Smith 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 Paul Smith speak?

Paul Smith speaks English.

How many years of experience does Paul Smith have?

Paul Smith has 14 years of experience.

Where is Paul Smith licensed to practice?

Paul Smith is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Paul Smith accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

No, Paul Smith does not accept 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 Paul Smith offer?

Paul Smith offers clients Client-Centered Therapy.

How can I communicate with Paul Smith?

Paul Smith 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 Paul Smith?

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.