- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Young adult issues
About Paulette
Paulette Shelley is a BACP-registered counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of practice. She supports people dealing with relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem and depression. Paulette works with adults who want help understanding difficult feelings and behaviours in everyday life.
Paulette uses a client-centred way of working, putting the person’s experience at the heart of sessions. She listens first and helps people name what matters to them. That approach is paired with practical tools from cognitive behavioural therapy to look at thoughts and actions that keep problems going.
Sessions begin by exploring the issue you want to focus on and what you hope to change. Paulette aims to help people spot unhelpful patterns and try different ways of responding. She does not give direct advice but supports clients to find their own solutions.
Her work covers a wide range of concerns beyond the main list, including attachment issues, addiction, domestic violence, self-harm, panic attacks, obsessions and compulsions, and sexual assault and abuse. Paulette also addresses life-purpose questions, isolation and grief when these come up.
People can work with Paulette for a short period or over a longer term depending on what they need. She asks new clients to set out their immediate goals, and then checks in regularly to adjust the focus as things change.
Approaches used in online counselling and what they do
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's experience. It helps people feel heard and clarifies what matters to them, which can be useful for relationship struggles, low self-esteem and grief.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It offers simple exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and try different responses, which can help with depression, anxiety, panic attacks and certain compulsive behaviours.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Paulette will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. She will review progress and adapt the way of working as needs change.
Many people find online counselling easier to fit into a busy life. It can reduce travel time and allow sessions to be scheduled around study or work. If you plan to use online sessions, confirm the exact session options available before booking so they match practical needs such as call length and whether you prefer video or another format. Registered or accredited professionals can then help you fit the work into everyday routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
She supports people with relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem and depression. Her wider focus includes issues such as addiction, panic attacks, self-harm and grief.
How would she approach my issue in sessions?
She combines a client-centred style with cognitive behavioural methods. That means listening closely to your experience while offering practical ways to test and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working as a counsellor in the UK. That timeframe covers supporting a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom. The BACP credential is recorded exactly as supplied.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
She accepts international clients and works with people outside the UK. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography indicates she offers online counselling. Confirm the specific session formats available before booking to match your needs.
How much will sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact pricing depends on your location.
How do I start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process begins the matching and booking steps.
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