Paula Barlow, NCPS
UK-licensed therapist for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety support
- Couples and intimacy work
- Addiction and recovery guidance
About Paula Barlow
Paula Barlow is a UK-licensed therapist with eight years of professional experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and relational challenges. She works with clients facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, and parenting or family difficulties. Her practice also addresses intimacy-related issues, relationship repair, career concerns, and coping with life changes. Paula works with couples to rebuild trust, improve communication, and deepen emotional intimacy, and she supports individuals dealing with eating or sleeping difficulties, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and other complex concerns.
Paula describes the person seeking help as the expert of their own story and draws on each client’s strengths to guide growth and change. She views the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative process in which courage and commitment are important first steps, and she aims to empower clients to discover more fulfilling ways of living. Paula holds the NCPS credential, a professional registration for therapists that indicates recognised training and registration in the field. She welcomes new clients in the United Kingdom and offers support tailored to each person’s situation and goals.
Paula describes the person seeking help as the expert of their own story and draws on each client’s strengths to guide growth and change. She views the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative process in which courage and commitment are important first steps, and she aims to empower clients to discover more fulfilling ways of living. Paula holds the NCPS credential, a professional registration for therapists that indicates recognised training and registration in the field. She welcomes new clients in the United Kingdom and offers support tailored to each person’s situation and goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Paula Barlow have?
Paula Barlow has nine years of professional experience.
Is Paula Barlow a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the NCPS credential.
In which languages does Paula Barlow provide therapy?
Paula provides therapy in English.
Where is Paula Barlow located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Paula Barlow as my therapist?
You can work with Paula Barlow through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Paula Barlow work with international clients?
Paula Barlow does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Paula Barlow 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 cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, 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.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Paula draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and hypnotherapy in her practice. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding the client’s experience and building on their existing strengths; it can help with self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and navigating big life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and teaches practical techniques to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to support behaviour change and coping strategies, which some clients find useful for habits, sleep problems, or managing strong emotions.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Paula will work with each client to explore goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adapting techniques as the work progresses so the therapy fits the person rather than forcing a single method.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and needs. These options make it easier to access regular support from registered professionals and to continue therapy even when life or location makes in-person meetings difficult.