Paul Smith, BACP

Paul Smith is a person-centred counsellor who creates an open, non-judgemental space for people to explore what is happening in their lives and find a way forward. He has been working with clients since 2011 and brings 15 years of experience supporting individuals and couples through issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship and family problems, OCD, and low self-esteem.

Working from a client-centred perspective, Paul focuses on helping clients gain clarity about what needs to change and how to make those changes. He approaches each person with warmth and respect and holds the view that people are not defined by their difficulties. That attitude shapes his work with couples as well as with individuals facing life transitions, grief, addiction, trauma, intimacy concerns, anger, and other challenges.

Paul is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which represents professional standards for counsellors and psychotherapists. He offers practical, compassionate support tailored to each client’s needs and is known for being approachable and genuinely invested in helping people move to a more positive place.

He welcomes clients seeking collaborative, person-centred therapy and looks forward to working with those ready to explore change.

Client-centred approaches for effective online support

Paul Smith bases his work on client-centred therapy, which focuses on listening, empathy, and supporting each person to find their own solutions. This approach helps people gain insight, build self-understanding, and work through difficulties such as anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and life transitions. He also adapts the person-centred stance for couples work, creating a respectful space where partners can improve communication and address shared concerns.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Paul works collaboratively with clients to identify what fits best. He will discuss goals, preferences, and practical needs and tailor sessions accordingly so the work feels relevant and achievable.

Online therapy with Paul is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit sessions around work, family, and travel, and allow clients to choose the format that feels most comfortable for them while working with a licensed professional.