BACP

Paul Gledhill, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Paul is a BACP therapist in the UK.

6+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
Approaches include Psychodynamic Therapy

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About Paul

Paul Gledhill is a grounded, approachable therapist who combines a direct, common-sense manner with a nonjudgmental focus on helping clients move forward. He describes his style as friendly and down-to-earth, aiming to create a space where difficult topics can be explored openly while keeping the work practical and focused on change.

Paul specialises in Psychodynamic Therapy, a depth-oriented approach that explores underlying patterns, past experiences, and unconscious influences to help address present-day difficulties. He holds a Master’s degree in Psychodynamic Therapy and is undertaking a research doctorate examining how therapy works with military personnel and veterans. Paul also holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - reflecting his professional standing in the UK.

He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, family difficulties, career challenges, and depression. Paul has particular experience with military and emergency services clients, having begun that specialist work in 2019. He welcomes clients from diverse backgrounds and aims to tailor psychodynamic work to each person’s needs, bringing issues to the surface so they can be understood and worked through collaboratively.

Areas of expertise

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

BACP

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes AddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issues

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Career difficultiesDepression

Approaches

Psychodynamic Therapy

Also listed for

Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome

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Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hearing impaired Hoarding Immigration issues Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Visually impaired Workplace issues Young adult issues

Psychodynamic approaches and online therapy options

Paul practices Psychodynamic Therapy, a depth-focused approach that looks at how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings and relationships. This work helps uncover recurring themes and emotional responses, which can then be explored to reduce distress and improve understanding of oneself. In practice, psychodynamic therapy can be helpful for issues such as trauma, relationship and intimacy problems, anxiety, depression, and difficulties with self-esteem and coping with life changes.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the journey, and Paul treats this as a collaborative process. He works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting the pace and focus of psychodynamic work to fit each person’s needs. Registered professionals and therapists often tailor methods in this way to create a personalised plan.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, or other commitments and increase access for those who may find in-person meetings difficult. Paul offers these remote formats to support consistent, ongoing therapeutic work regardless of location within the United Kingdom.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Paul Gledhill have?

Paul Gledhill has 6 years of experience.

Is Paul Gledhill a registered therapist?

Yes, holds these credentials: BACP. Registration details: .

In which languages does Paul Gledhill provide therapy?

Paul provides therapy in English.

Where is Paul Gledhill located?

Paul is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Paul Gledhill as my therapist?

You can work with Paul Gledhill through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Paul Gledhill work with international clients?

Paul Gledhill does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Paul Gledhill cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.