Paul Gibbs, BACP
Paul Gibbs is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief and depression.
About Paul
Paul Gibbs is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief and depression. He also works with people facing life changes, addiction concerns, trauma and abuse, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. Paul writes plainly and listens closely to understand what matters most to each person.
Paul trained as a counsellor and holds BACP accreditation, a sign he follows professional standards set by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Background and approach
He draws on his own experience of serious illness and major surgery to bring empathy and calm to difficult conversations. That history shaped his belief that people can find strength after hard times. In sessions Paul focuses on creating a steady, non-judgemental space.
He listens for the specific problems behind stress and anxiety and helps people name small, practical changes they can try. He offers straightforward reflections, patience and encouragement rather than quick fixes. Paul uses a client-centred approach, which means he follows the pace and priorities of the person in front of him.
He helps people talk through attachment and abandonment worries, body image concerns, caregiving strain, chronic illness problems and relationship communication difficulties. He also supports those coping with addiction and bereavement. Sessions can include talking, checking small goals between appointments, and exploring how past experiences shape current choices.
Paul aims to help people feel more present and able to make clear decisions about work, parenting, intimacy and self-care. He believes recovery and change often begin with being heard and understood.
Details from the counsellor's public professional profile · registration number listed
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| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 409929 | October 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Paul lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Co-morbidity
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- 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
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Ways of working Paul names
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How Paul’s Approach Fits Online Therapy
Client-centred therapy focuses on listening, acceptance and helping people find their own solutions. In practice this means the counsellor follows the person's lead, reflects what they say and helps them set small, manageable goals. This approach can help with anxiety, depression, stress and relationship questions where being heard matters as much as advice.Because everyone responds differently to therapy, Paul works collaboratively to find the right approach for each person. He will talk through what matters to you, suggest ways of working and adjust the pace and focus as you go. Finding the best fit is an ongoing conversation rather than a one-time decision.
Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls let you use visual cues for a richer conversation. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or when you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging suit quick check-ins or shorter reflections between appointments. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving and health appointments, while keeping the focus on steady progress and accessible support.
Frequently asked
What problems does Paul help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. He also works with concerns such as addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem and body image.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Paul uses a client-centred style that follows each person's pace and priorities. He listens closely and offers practical suggestions and small goals to try between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He has three years' experience as a practising counsellor and draws on personal experience of serious illness and recovery to inform his work.
What credentials and region are listed?
Paul holds BACP accreditation from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What formats are available for online sessions?
Sessions can be carried out by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.
How does pricing work for therapy with him?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Paul?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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