Paul Hunt, BACP

Paul Hunt recognises that starting therapy can feel like a significant and deeply personal step, especially when putting feelings into words seems difficult or impossible. He meets people who know something is not right or are exhausted from carrying things alone, and he emphasises that whatever has brought someone to therapy matters and they are not alone.

Paul works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, relationship struggles, childhood trauma, parental alienation, and the challenges of living with ADHD and neurodiversity. Beyond diagnostic labels, he focuses on the whole person - someone trying to cope with experiences that are often unseen or misunderstood.

He is a qualified integrative counsellor and a registered member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. His practice is grounded in a warm, down-to-earth, and humane approach, offering a space where clients are not judged or fixed but accompanied as they begin to understand their stories in new ways.

Clients commonly note how easy Paul is to talk to, and that even in online sessions they feel relaxed and able to be themselves. He brings full presence, attentive listening, and genuine care to every session, qualities he describes as a quiet strength he does not take for granted.

Paul is curious about the parts of ourselves we hide - the fears, pain, and thoughts we avoid naming. He helps clients gently surface and untangle what has been held inside so they can feel clearer, lighter, and more grounded. Therapy with Paul is presented as a chance to come home to oneself rather than to become someone different. Whether someone is ready to begin or simply curious, Paul offers to walk alongside them on that journey.

Approaches for online therapy and how they help

Paul integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into his online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgemental relationship that helps people explore their feelings and values at their own pace - it is useful for building self-understanding and emotional resilience. CBT offers practical tools to identify and gently challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, which can be especially helpful for anxiety, low mood, and sleep or routine difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Paul collaborates with each person to discover what fits best. He works with clients to clarify goals, preferences, and strengths, and adapts methods as understanding deepens so the work feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy with Paul is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which supports flexibility around work, family, and daily life. These options allow therapy to fit into different schedules and comfort levels, making it easier for people to attend regularly and stay connected with a registered professional when it suits them.