- Client-centred approach
- Practical CBT tools
- Support for trauma
About Paulette
Paulette Shelley is a BACP counsellor who supports people facing relationship strain, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem and depression. She offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk through painful feelings and begin to make sense of what is happening in their life.
Paulette uses a client-centred style that puts the person’s experience first. She listens closely and reflects what she hears to help people notice patterns and make choices that suit them. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, using practical steps to test and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.
Sessions can focus on short-term concerns or on longer journeys of change, depending on what someone wants. Paulette invites people to set the agenda and to shape the goals they want to work towards. She does not give direct advice but supports people to find their own solutions.
Her work covers a wide range of issues beyond the main specialities, including attachment difficulties, addiction and recovery, shame and guilt, obsessive behaviours, panic, self-harm, isolation and life purpose concerns. She also supports people affected by cancer, domestic violence and sexual assault.
Paulette has three years of experience as a practising counsellor and holds BACP registration. She offers sessions in English and accepts clients in the United Kingdom and internationally. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and arrange sessions that suit them.
How Paulette uses client-centred and CBT online
Paulette combines client-centred counselling with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Client-centred work means the therapist listens without judgement and follows what matters most to the person, helping them name and clarify their feelings. CBT offers practical tools to spot unhelpful thoughts and try small behaviour changes to see if things shift.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Paulette will talk through what feels most useful, match techniques to your goals, and adapt the way you work as needs change. This is a collaborative process where the person sets priorities and the therapist offers options and feedback.
The profile states she offers online counselling but does not list specific formats here, so please confirm exact session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work and daily life, avoid travel, and arrange shorter or more frequent check-ins when needed. It can also allow someone to choose quieter surroundings, use less bandwidth, or opt out of being on camera for parts of a session. Registered or accredited professionals often find online work helps people keep continuity of care while juggling practical commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Paulette help with?
She supports people with relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem and depression. Additional concerns include obsessive behaviours, panic, addiction, isolation and issues linked to illness and loss.
How would she work with me in sessions?
Paulette uses a client-centred way of working that focuses on the person’s experience, combined with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. This mix allows for listening and reflection alongside practical steps to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.
What is her background and experience?
She has three years of counselling experience and has worked with people on a range of short-term and longer-term issues. Her practice emphasises collaborative exploration and gradual change.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
Paulette works from the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration as supplied in her profile.
Can I see her if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients according to the information provided.
What session formats are available?
The original profile notes online counselling but does not specify more formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist’s availability.