Paula Appleton, BACP, NCPS
Integrative counsellor for diverse life challenges
- Works with Deaf clients
- Provides ACT and CBT
- Offers international sessions
About Paula Appleton
Paula Appleton is a qualified counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 14 years of professional experience. She works in an integrative way, combining techniques from several therapeutic models to tailor support to each person's situation while working in line with the BACP Ethical Framework. Paula supports people of all ages with a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting and caregiver stress, career concerns, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
Her practice also addresses more specific areas such as abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, attachment difficulties, autism and Asperger Syndrome, body image, chronic pain and illness, codependency, commitment issues, and other co-morbid presentations. She offers work with couples and families and has experience with presentations such as sexual abuse, PTSD, affairs and betrayals, phobias, tinnitus retraining therapy, and bereavement.
Paula is experienced in working with Deaf and hard of hearing clients and is sensitive to individual communication needs, using SSE or BSL and holding a BSL NVQ Level 6 qualification. She provides therapy in English and American Sign Language. Her listed credentials are BACP and NCPS, indicating professional counselling qualifications and adherence to recognised standards.
Her practice also addresses more specific areas such as abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, attachment difficulties, autism and Asperger Syndrome, body image, chronic pain and illness, codependency, commitment issues, and other co-morbid presentations. She offers work with couples and families and has experience with presentations such as sexual abuse, PTSD, affairs and betrayals, phobias, tinnitus retraining therapy, and bereavement.
Paula is experienced in working with Deaf and hard of hearing clients and is sensitive to individual communication needs, using SSE or BSL and holding a BSL NVQ Level 6 qualification. She provides therapy in English and American Sign Language. Her listed credentials are BACP and NCPS, indicating professional counselling qualifications and adherence to recognised standards.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Paula Appleton have?
Paula Appleton has 14 years of experience.
Is Paula Appleton a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds these credentials: BACP, NCPS. These indicate professional counselling qualifications and adherence to recognised professional standards. No additional licence details are provided.
In which languages does Paula Appleton provide therapy?
Paula provides therapy in English and American Sign Language.
Where is Paula Appleton located?
Paula is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Paula Appleton as my therapist?
You can work with Paula through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Paula Appleton work with international clients?
Yes, Paula Appleton works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Paula Appleton cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the 'Start Therapy' button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the 'Start Therapy' button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
How Paula's Approaches Translate to Online Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take actions that reflect their personal values - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in relationships formed early in life and how those patterns affect current intimacy, trust, and family dynamics - it can be helpful for relationship difficulties, attachment issues, and parenting concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, supporting work with anxiety, phobias, mood difficulties, and coping strategies.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Paula works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together the therapist and client adapt techniques over time to ensure the work remains relevant and effective.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging gives flexibility to fit sessions around work, family, and mobility needs. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations, maintain continuity of care during life changes, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for each person.