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Paula Clifton, BACP

BACP-credentialed therapist supporting life transitions
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Grief and loss help
  • Sleep and life changes

About Paula Clifton

Paula Clifton is a UK-based therapist with three years of professional experience and BACP credentials. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, supports those coping with grief and loss, and helps clients address sleeping difficulties and major life changes. Her approach is grounded in creating a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and emotions at their own pace.

Paula aims to make the first steps into therapy as manageable as possible, acknowledging that reaching out takes courage and commitment. She collaborates with each person to tailor sessions to their needs, offering practical strategies alongside empathetic listening. Holding BACP credentials - membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - she brings a professional framework to her clinical work while keeping the focus on the individual in front of her.

Clients can expect a supportive atmosphere that balances emotional understanding with constructive tools for coping and change. Paula is accepting new clients and welcomes those ready to begin the process of understanding their challenges and building more effective ways of managing them.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Hypnotherapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Paula Clifton have?

Paula Clifton has 3 years of professional experience.

Is Paula Clifton a registered therapist?

Yes. Paula Clifton holds BACP credentials. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.

In which languages does Paula Clifton provide therapy?

Paula Clifton provides therapy in English.

Where is Paula Clifton located?

Paula Clifton is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Paula Clifton as my therapist?

You can work with Paula Clifton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Paula Clifton work with international clients?

Yes, Paula Clifton works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Paula Clifton 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 with therapy 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 Clifton integrates practical and person-focused methods in her online practice. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and creating a space where clients lead the conversation; it is well suited to people seeking understanding and emotional processing during life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting thinking patterns and behaviors that contribute to problems like anxiety, sleep disruptions, and low mood; it offers actionable techniques to reduce symptoms and improve coping. Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to access mental resources and support changes in perception or habits, which some clients find helpful for issues like sleep and anxiety.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Paula works together with each client to explore which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adapting sessions as progress unfolds. This collaboration helps ensure therapy is tailored and relevant.

Online therapy offers practical advantages in accessibility and flexibility. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can fit sessions into busy schedules and attend from different locations. Registered professionals can deliver consistent, structured support remotely, making it easier to maintain continuity of care while working toward personal goals.

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