- Person-centred approach
- Creative therapy options
- BACP member
About Paula
Paula Bantick-Ward is a counsellor who aims to make professional help accessible, affordable and convenient. She presents as a calm, non-judgemental listener and offers support to people who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck or unsure how to move forward. Paula is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - BACP - and has eight years' experience in practice.
Her style is person-centred. That means she focuses on being genuine, warm and empathetic while keeping sessions non-directive. Paula helps people name their feelings, make sense of actions and reactions, and find their own voice in the process. She uses listening, reflective conversation and practical tasks to help people notice new options.
Paula draws on a range of methods alongside her person-centred base. She uses elements of cognitive behavioural techniques and solution-focused ideas when they fit the person's aims. She also offers creative options such as journaling, metaphor work and creative writing as tools for reflection.
Her background includes working with a wide variety of concerns such as stress, anxiety, grief, relationship strain, addictions and issues around self-esteem. Paula also lists additional focus areas including adoption and foster care, attachment matters and caregiver stress.
Sessions can be arranged online or by telephone and are carried out with clinical supervision and professional insurance in place. To begin, people are asked to follow the platform process to match with Paula and then schedule a time that fits their availability.
How her approaches work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, is about noticing unhelpful thoughts and choosing values-based actions despite them. It can help when worry, low mood or avoidance get in the way of everyday life. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people identify repeating dynamics and try new ways of relating.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to decide which methods suit their goals and preferences. That collaboration continues across sessions, with adjustments made if something does not feel helpful.
Paula offers online and telephone sessions as part of her practice, and these options can make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives. Online or phone work can reduce travel time, allow a quicker check-in between sessions and make scheduling around work or caregiving easier. Confirm the current session options and practical details before booking so arrangements match your needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does Paula work with?
Paula helps with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief and addictions. She also lists focused areas such as adoption and foster care, attachment issues and caregiver stress.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her core approach is person-centred, which means she aims to be genuine, empathetic and non-judgemental. She can also draw on cognitive behavioural techniques and solution-focused ideas when these suit a person's goals.
What is Paula's background and experience?
She has eight years of experience working in counselling and brings a mix of reflective listening, practical tasks and creative exercises to sessions. Her work is clinically supervised.
Where is Paula based and what credential does she hold?
Paula practises in the United Kingdom and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are accepted through the platform, so people based outside the UK can be matched and work with her.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Session costs vary with location and therapist availability and are managed via a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start therapy with Paula?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.