- Psychodynamic therapy
- Client-centred work
- English and Italian
About Paolo
Paolo De Luca is a psychodynamic psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom with eight years of clinical experience. He is registered with the BACP, and works with adults presenting with issues such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, bereavement, relationship and family difficulties, traumatic experiences, panic attacks and personality-related concerns.
Paolo offers a setting where people can speak openly about what is worrying them. Sessions give space to raise current problems and to notice patterns that might be hard to see alone. He listens closely and helps clients think through recurring feelings and reactions.
His work pays attention to how past relationships and early family life shape present behaviour and emotions. That can include exploring attachment problems, dissociation, control or dependency patterns, and feelings of emptiness or shame. He also supports people dealing with grief, sexual abuse, addictions and anger.
Paolo uses psychodynamic ideas alongside a client-centred way of working. This means he attends to emotions in the room and follows what the client brings, while also helping uncover deeper themes and repeated patterns. He offers open-ended psychotherapy when that fits the client's needs.
Sessions can be held in English or Italian, and Paolo accepts international clients. Practical arrangements including whether to meet in person or online are discussed at an initial consultation. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and an initial appointment are used to agree next steps.
How psychodynamic and client-centred work translates online
Psychodynamic therapy focuses on how earlier relationships and life events continue to shape current feelings and choices. Online sessions can help bring those patterns into view by talking through feelings, dreams and recurring reactions in regular meetings.Client-centred work emphasises listening to what the client brings and following their pace. Online meetings let the counsellor respond to what matters most to you and support practical steps you want to take, such as managing panic attacks, low self-esteem or relationship stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Paolo will discuss your goals, preferences and what feels helpful, and then agree together on how to work. That discussion is collaborative and can change as you learn more about what helps.
The biography states Paolo offers both in-person and online appointments, but does not list specific online formats. Confirm which online session options are available when you book. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around study, work or busy days, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Italian
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Paolo work with?
He works with adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, trauma, grief, panic attacks, addictions and self-esteem problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He combines psychodynamic ideas with a client-centred way of working, listening to what you bring and helping uncover repeating patterns and underlying themes.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of clinical experience working with adults on a wide range of emotional and relational concerns.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the BACP.
Can I work with him if I don’t live in the UK?
He accepts international clients and offers sessions in English and Italian.
What session formats are available?
The biography notes both in-person and online meetings are offered; confirm current session options during the initial consultation before booking.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session to discuss arrangements.
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