Paulette Shelley, BACP
Paulette Shelley is a counsellor who supports people dealing with relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, anger and depression.
About Paulette
Paulette Shelley is a counsellor who supports people dealing with relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, anger and depression. She works online and offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about what’s troubling them. Paulette uses a person-centred attitude to listen carefully and help clients find their own answers.
She draws on three years of experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Background and approach
Paulette blends a client-centred way of working with practical techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy when those tools suit the issue. Sessions are shaped around what each person needs, whether they want short-term support or a longer process. Paulette aims to help people spot patterns that keep them stuck, and to test different ways of responding to old problems.
She will not give direct instructions but offers reflections and gentle challenges to help clients try other options. The work often focuses on everyday changes rather than abstract theory. Clients bring a wide range of worries, including attachment issues, feelings of guilt or shame, panic and obsessive thoughts, problems with substance use, and experiences of sexual assault or domestic violence.
Paulette also supports people facing illness, life-purpose questions, isolation, hoarding, or compulsive behaviours. Sessions are available in English and can be arranged across borders for international clients. People book through a short matching questionnaire and then schedule appointments in a way that fits their life.
Paulette encourages those taking the first steps to be gentle with themselves during the process.
Details from the counsellor's public professional profile · registration number listed
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| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 408654 | January 2027 |
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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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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Paulette lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Attachment issues
- Cancer
- Control issues
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Ways of working Paulette names
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Therapeutic approaches for online counselling
Paulette uses a client-centred approach that focuses on the person rather than the problem. This means sessions start with careful listening and reflection so clients can explore feelings and decide what matters most to them.She also uses cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviours. CBT can be useful for anxiety, panic, obsessive thoughts, low mood and patterns that keep someone stuck.
Finding the right approach is a joint process. Paulette works collaboratively to match methods to a person's goals and preferences, and can adapt the balance of listening and practical techniques over time.
Online therapy gives practical flexibility. Video calls allow a fuller face-to-face conversation and are good for deeper sessions. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and suit people who prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for brief check-ins, writing things down, or fitting therapy into a busy day.
Many people find the range of online formats makes it easier to keep therapy going around work and family commitments. Paulette will discuss which formats fit a person's needs and help arrange sessions that work with their routine.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Paulette focus on?
Paulette supports people with relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem and depression. She also works with related issues such as attachment, panic, OCD patterns, substance use and experiences of sexual assault.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-centred and empathetic, with a focus on listening and helping clients find their own solutions. She also uses cognitive behavioural techniques when practical changes or coping skills are needed.
What experience does she have?
Paulette has three years of counselling experience working with people online. She combines that experience with a person-centred way of working and selected CBT methods.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international arrangements are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and Paulette accepts international clients who wish to work online.
What session formats does she use?
Work is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How much do sessions cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.