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Paula Clements

Paula Clements, BACP, NCPS

New York

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Counsellor - Young adult issues

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and grief
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

About Paula

Paula Clements is a counsellor registered with BACP and NCPS and has four years of professional experience. She works with young adults on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, depression and related concerns. Paula supports people who are navigating career stress, relationship strain, parenting questions and identity issues in early adulthood.

Her approach keeps things direct and practical. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice thoughts without being driven by them. Attachment‑based ideas are used to look at how relationships shape current patterns. Client‑centred and psychodynamic perspectives help bring personal history into the present work.

Sessions focus on what a person wants to change and on small steps that feel doable. Paula encourages exploration of values, clearer communication and setting realistic goals. She also addresses sleep, eating and coping habits that affect mood and day-to-day functioning.

Paula draws on experience supporting people with ADHD, addictions, body image and bereavement, among other concerns. She offers a calm, straightforward style and aims to make conversations clear rather than clinical. She asks clients to be curious about patterns that keep repeating.

People often begin by identifying one or two problems to work on. From there they build skills for managing intense feelings and practical tools for everyday life. Paula invites young adults who feel stuck after university, starting a first job, or dealing with relationship shifts to consider therapy as a step toward clearer direction.

How her approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on identifying personal values and taking small committed steps even when thoughts and feelings are difficult. It is often useful for anxiety, stress and motivation issues. Attachment‑based therapy looks at how early and current relationships affect how people relate now, and can help with relationship patterns and trust issues. Client‑centred therapy prioritises listening and reflection so the client leads the pace and topics while the counsellor provides non‑judgemental feedback.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Paula will discuss which methods might help and will adapt the mix based on what a client needs, wants and finds helpful. That decision is collaborative and can change as therapy progresses.

The original profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings around study or work, reduce travel time and allow more frequent short check‑ins when life is busy. They also make it simple to continue work when relocating within the same country. Registered or accredited professionals often use these practical advantages to keep therapy manageable alongside everyday commitments.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she work with?

She supports young adults with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression and related issues such as relationship and career concerns.

How would you describe her way of working?

Her style is practical and conversational. She uses ACT, attachment-based ideas, client-centred listening and psychodynamic thinking to help people spot patterns and try small changes.

How much experience does she have?

She has four years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life concerns.

Where is she based and what credentials does she hold?

She is based in New York and holds BACP and NCPS credentials as supplied in her profile.

Can she work with people who do not live locally?

She does not accept international clients. Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

The original profile 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 that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.

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