- Thoughts and habits
- Direct and down-to-earth
- BACP registered
About Paul
Paul Gledhill is a down-to-earth counsellor who uses Psychodynamic Therapy to help people understand patterns in their thoughts and everyday habits. He writes plainly and gets straight to the heart of what is getting in the way, aiming to make therapy a practical part of life rather than something distant or vague.
He describes himself as friendly, direct and non-judgemental. Sessions focus on noticing repeated feelings and behaviours and then talking through where they might come from. That can help with issues such as stress, anxiety, low mood and relationship difficulties.
Paul holds a Masters degree in Psychodynamic Therapy and has worked in the field for six years. He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Psychodynamic work often surfaces memories, emotions and habits that run underneath current problems. Paul helps people name those patterns and test small changes in how they think and act. He explains things clearly and uses straightforward language so the work feels usable day to day.
People come to him for a wide range of concerns, including coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, addictions and career stress. If you want to understand why certain reactions keep happening, he aims to give practical steps to try between sessions.
He describes himself as friendly, direct and non-judgemental. Sessions focus on noticing repeated feelings and behaviours and then talking through where they might come from. That can help with issues such as stress, anxiety, low mood and relationship difficulties.
Paul holds a Masters degree in Psychodynamic Therapy and has worked in the field for six years. He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Psychodynamic work often surfaces memories, emotions and habits that run underneath current problems. Paul helps people name those patterns and test small changes in how they think and act. He explains things clearly and uses straightforward language so the work feels usable day to day.
People come to him for a wide range of concerns, including coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, addictions and career stress. If you want to understand why certain reactions keep happening, he aims to give practical steps to try between sessions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Psychodynamic Therapy
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
BACP · United Kingdom
Languages
English
How psychodynamic work translates to online therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy focuses on patterns in feelings, thoughts and everyday habits. It looks at how earlier experiences and repeated ways of thinking influence present reactions. This approach can help when someone wants to understand why they repeat the same relationship, work or self-esteem issues.In practice, psychodynamic work often involves reflecting on what comes up in sessions, noticing recurring themes and linking those patterns to current life. The therapist helps name those patterns and test small changes in how a person thinks and responds, so the work stays connected to daily life and goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be decided together. The therapist will discuss what matters to the client, what they hope to change, and how sessions can best support those aims in a collaborative way.
Session formats are not detailed in the supplied profile, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, help avoid travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals offering online work aim to keep the focus on practical steps that translate into everyday routines, so the therapy remains useful between meetings.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship concerns, among other issues such as trauma, self-esteem and career pressures.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a psychodynamic approach that looks at recurring feelings and patterns, and talks them through in simple, practical terms.
How long has he been practising?
He has six years of experience working as a counsellor and psychodynamic practitioner.
Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?
He is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Which languages are sessions available in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to arrange sessions?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.