- Psychodynamic approach
- Down-to-earth style
- Works with adults
About Paul
Paul Gledhill is a counsellor who uses psychodynamic therapy to help people make sense of recurring problems. He writes plainly and offers straightforward, down-to-earth support. Paul aims to create a non-judgemental space where people can speak freely and work through difficult feelings.
Paul holds a Masters Degree in Psychodynamic Therapy and has six years of clinical experience. He is also undertaking a research doctorate investigating how therapy works with military personnel and veterans. His background means he is used to looking beyond surface problems to the patterns underneath.
In sessions he encourages people to notice repeated feelings and relationship dynamics. That helps uncover roots of anxiety, low self-esteem or past trauma. He uses that understanding to guide practical conversations about coping and change.
Paul works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, addictions and depression. He also lists additional focus areas such as abandonment, attachment issues and adoption and foster care as topics he addresses in his work.
People who meet him can expect clear, direct speech and a focus on making sense of experiences. He aims to balance looking back at where problems began with finding ways to manage them now. To start, he asks people about their goals and what they want to change, then shapes the work around that.
How psychodynamic thinking fits online therapy
Psychodynamic therapy focuses on patterns that repeat in everyday life and in relationships. It helps people notice recurring feelings, early experiences that shaped them, and unconscious habits that influence choices. This approach is often used for issues such as anxiety, depression, attachment concerns and the impact of past trauma.Paul combines this deep work with clear, practical conversation. He helps clients link what comes up in sessions to what happens outside the room. Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process - he will discuss goals and preferences and adapt the work so it fits each person’s needs.
If you are considering online sessions, check the available formats before booking since specific session types are not listed in his biography. Online options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by removing travel time or allowing a shorter check-in between commitments. They can also suit people who prefer to speak from a familiar environment or who need sessions that fit around work or caregiving responsibilities.
Registered or accredited professionals vary in how they deliver online care, so confirm the exact session arrangements and technical requirements when you schedule. Paul will work with you to choose an approach and a practical setup that supports your aims.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this counsellor address?
Paul works with many common problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues. He also lists trauma and abuse, addictions, self-esteem and career worries among his focus areas.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses psychodynamic therapy, which emphasises understanding repeated patterns and the roots of difficulty. Sessions tend to be direct and down to earth, with a focus on making sense of feelings and behaviour.
What is his professional background?
He has six years of clinical experience and holds a Masters Degree in Psychodynamic Therapy. He is also completing a research doctorate looking at therapy with military personnel and veterans.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He is based in the United Kingdom and is listed with the BACP, which appears as his provided credential.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time, so sessions are for people within the United Kingdom.
How does payment and cost work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.