- Psychodynamic therapy
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
About Paul
Paul Gledhill is a BACP counsellor with six years' experience based in the United Kingdom. He uses a psychodynamic approach and lists stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, family concerns, intimacy-related issues, career questions and depression among the concerns he works with.
He describes his manner as down to earth and direct. Sessions are straightforward and focus on helping the client talk through what matters most. Psychodynamic work is presented as a way to look beneath immediate problems and notice patterns that repeat across situations.
His background includes a Masters degree in Psychodynamic Therapy and ongoing doctoral research into how therapy works with military personnel and veterans. That research informs his thinking without defining every session. He says psychodynamic work often brings unexpected material to the surface, and he treats that material as something to examine together.
In practice he aims to take a common-sense tone while looking at the deeper feelings and relationship patterns that affect daily life. People might bring questions about attachment, abandonment, adoption and foster care, or intimacy-related concerns, and he will explore how past experiences shape current difficulties.
Sessions can address practical problems such as communication, decision-making around career or relationships, and coping after loss or trauma. He also notes work with issues including body image, codependency, autism and Asperger syndrome, and dealing with caregiver stress and ageing concerns.
How psychodynamic work fits with online sessions
Psychodynamic therapy focuses on recurring patterns, relationships and the feelings that underlie them. It often involves talking about past experiences and noticing how those experiences shape current reactions. This approach can help people dealing with anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem and longer-standing emotional difficulties.Psychodynamic work can surface material that feels unexpected or intense. Finding the right approach is part of the process, and the therapist will work collaboratively to decide what to focus on. That means discussing goals, checking how the work feels, and adapting as understanding grows.
The therapist's biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around study, work or other commitments. They can reduce travel time, allow a shorter check-in when schedules are tight, and make it simpler to keep continuity of sessions when life is busy. Registered or accredited professionals can use these options to maintain regular contact and keep momentum in the work.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He lists stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, family and intimacy-related issues among his core concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a psychodynamic approach and describes his manner as down to earth and direct. He aims to notice patterns and past influences on present difficulties.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years' experience working as a counsellor and holds a Masters degree in Psychodynamic Therapy.
What are his credentials and location?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I'm not in the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats does he offer?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to meet him?
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