Paul Smith

Paul Smith offers a calm, straightforward way to work through painful or confusing life moments. He meets people who are feeling stressed, anxious, sad, or stuck and helps them talk things through so they can move toward a more positive place. Paul brings a warm, non-judgemental manner to sessions and treats people as separate from the problems they face.

Paul practises Person Centred Counselling, often called Client-Centred Therapy, which gives people time and space to find clarity. He listens to what matters most and supports clients as they decide what needs to change and how to make those changes. Conversations are plain and focused on what the client wants to solve.

He has been seeing clients since 2011 and has 15 years of experience. Over that time he has helped people with depression, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and coping with life changes. He also works with issues connected to intimacy, anger and communication problems.

Paul is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He works from the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English, including to international clients. Fees vary by location and are paid through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

To begin, clients use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability. Paul aims to create a steady, respectful space where people can make practical steps forward.

How client-centred work fits with online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on offering a non-judgemental space and attentive listening so people can find their own answers. In practice this means the therapist reflects what is said, asks gentle questions, and helps the person notice options they might not have seen before. This approach suits issues like stress, anxiety, relationship concerns and grief where someone needs time to make sense of their feelings.

Paul uses a Person Centred style which is similar in emphasis to Client-Centred Therapy; it aims to put the client’s priorities first and follow their pace. Together the client and therapist will explore what matters, agree goals, and adjust the way they work as needs change. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process and Paul supports clients in choosing what feels most useful for them.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm the available options before booking. Many people find online appointments help fit therapy around work, family or travel by removing the need to commute and by making scheduling simpler. Others appreciate that some sessions can be shorter check-ins, or done without video when less bandwidth is needed. Discussing practical preferences in the first meeting helps shape a plan that fits everyday life.