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Paul Linger, BACP

Paul Linger is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, and parenting challenges.

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About Paul

Paul Linger is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, and parenting challenges. He works with issues ranging from self-esteem and anger to career change and coping with life transitions.

Paul brings four years of professional therapy experience and holds BACP accreditation, which is noted as his credential. Paul’s style is warm and interactive.

Background and approach

He aims to treat people with respect, sensitivity and compassion. Sessions are shaped around the person in front of him, with a belief that clients are the experts on their own lives and strengths. Before independent practice Paul worked across mental health services for around ten years.

That work included roles supporting people with autism and additional needs, addiction services, youth work, social care and posts within the NHS community mental health service. Those roles inform his practical understanding of different life situations. In sessions he adapts the approach to fit each person.

He draws on cognitive behavioural methods, client-centred ideas, attachment-focused thinking and trauma-informed ways of working to tailor a plan that meets the issue at hand. This means sessions can include talking, practical exercises and setting small goals. He describes his role as supportive and empowering.

If someone wants tools to manage difficult emotions or help to plan next steps, he aims to collaborate and build on existing strengths. Paul welcomes straightforward conversations about what someone hopes to change and how to get there.

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BACP 386075 July 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Trauma-focused work aims to help people process and manage the impact of distressing events. It often involves grounding techniques, paced discussions about difficult memories, and practical tools to reduce overwhelming reactions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while focusing on actions that match their values, which can be useful for anxiety, depression and life changes.

Paul approaches therapy as a collaborative process. He will help clients try different methods and agree what feels most helpful. Together they set goals, review progress, and adapt techniques if something does not fit the client’s needs or preferences.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow for face-to-face conversation without travel and are useful for deeper sessions. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or someone prefers not to use a camera. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins, brief reflections between sessions, or people who find typing easier than speaking. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, caring duties and daily life while keeping the focus on making steady progress.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems can Paul help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting concerns, and related topics such as self-esteem and career changes.

How would you describe his therapeutic approach?

He uses a blend of approaches including cognitive behavioural methods, client-centred work, attachment-focused ideas and trauma-aware ways of working. Sessions tend to be practical, warm and tailored to each person.

What is his experience background?

Paul has four years of professional therapy experience and around ten years working across mental health settings including autism support, addiction services, youth work, social care and the NHS community mental health service.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available online?

Paul offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are sessions charged?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are accessed through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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