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Paul Weeden, BACP

Paul Weeden is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people cope with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and life changes.

Stress, Anxiety
Self esteem
Career difficulties
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About Paul

Paul Weeden is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people cope with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and life changes. He draws on 15 years of experience and works in a straightforward, practical way. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on small steps that can make daily life easier.

He offers a calm space for people to talk about difficult feelings without judgement. He shares breathing and relaxation techniques to reduce overwhelm and supports people to build healthier routines.

Background and approach

He also encourages practical changes like better work-life balance and creative habits that can lift mood. Paul uses a mix of approaches to match each person's needs. That may include client-centred listening, cognitive techniques to change unhelpful thinking, mindfulness skills to stay present, brief solution-focused planning, or exploring patterns from the past.

He explains methods clearly and agrees a plan with each person. He has worked with concerns such as depression, grief, addictions and relationship difficulties, and supports people facing parenting or career pressures. Paul also has experience with ADHD, communication problems, body image and bereavement-related issues.

He aims to make sessions practical and tied to everyday life. Sessions are offered in English and Paul welcomes people from the UK and internationally. He uses a subscription model for appointments and guides new people through a short matching questionnaire to begin a working relationship.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	36598	September 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Paul lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Coaching
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-love
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Ways of working Paul names

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How Paul’s approaches work online

Paul draws on client-centred therapy to begin. This means listening carefully and following the person’s lead so they feel heard. It is useful for building trust and clarifying what matters most to the individual.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which focuses on spotting and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. CBT is practical and often helps with anxiety, low mood and sleep problems by teaching coping strategies and small behavioural steps.

Finding the right mix of approaches is a joint process. Paul will discuss goals and preferences in early sessions and adapt the methods used as the work develops. This collaborative approach helps make sure the work stays relevant and manageable.

Online work offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a busy day. Live chat and text-based messaging suit quick check-ins, brief coaching moments or ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent alongside work, family and travel.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Paul commonly help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and grief, plus relationship and parenting strains. He also works with career pressures, addictions and sleep problems.

What is Paul’s therapeutic style like?

Paul combines warm, client-centred listening with practical tools. He uses relaxation, cognitive techniques and solution-focused planning to make small, achievable changes.

How much experience does he have?

He has 15 years of professional experience supporting people with a wide range of emotional and practical issues.

Where is Paul based and what credential does he hold?

He is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts people from outside the UK for online work.

How are online sessions delivered?

Paul offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions run on a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Paul?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.