Paula is a fantastic therapist. She shows up to each session focused and ready to listen and ask helpful questions. I've felt truly listened to and supported, and appreciate Paula's calm, gentle, and down to earth demeanor.
Paula Otley, 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 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Paula listens. Then Paula talks and gets you involved in Helping yourself . She is passionate about making a difference to people and her inclusive and clear approach should benefit all those who need help. And in particular need Her help.
More about Paula
- 16 years' experience
- Female
- BACP, NCPS
I am MBACP accredited May 2024.
I have been helping clients for over 16 years deal with loss in my role as a bereavement support volunteer. Through this work, sitting with clients in some of the darkest days of their lives I discovered my own direction. I then trained as an integrative counsellor specialising in person centred and psychodynamic approaches from a relational perspective.
My clients are from all walks of life each with their own unique views of the world, I meet them (You) as they are, developing a sound therapeutic alliance to facilitate the work. In 2020 I trained in cognitive behavioural therapy to integrate this into my approach, expanding my offering to clients. I have worked in multiple settings including GP practice, NHS, charities, community counselling services, private practice and employee assistance programmes.
What ever we do we will do it together.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
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
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 381077 · Expires April 2025
- NCPS · United Kingdom · NCS21-02334 · 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Paula Otley
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Paula is a fantastic therapist. She shows up to each session focused and ready to listen and ask helpful questions. I've felt truly listened to and supported, and appreciate Paula's calm, gentle, and down to earth demeanor.
Paula listens. Then Paula talks and gets you involved in Helping yourself . She is passionate about making a difference to people and her inclusive and clear approach should benefit all those who need help. And in particular need Her help.
Paula is attentive and caring and listens. She is creative in her way of tackling problems offering multiple pathways to a better understanding of the challenges we all have.
Frequently asked questions
Does Paula Otley offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Paula Otley 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 Otley speak?
Paula Otley speaks English.
How many years of experience does Paula Otley have?
Paula Otley has 16 years of experience.
Where is Paula Otley licensed to practice?
Paula Otley is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Paula Otley accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Paula Otley 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 Otley offer?
Paula Otley offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Paula Otley?
Paula Otley 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 Otley?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
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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.