Paula de Souza

About

Hello, I’m Paula. We all experience difficult times in life, whether that's feelings such as depression or anxiety, current life events or relationship problems, or dealing with issues from the past. In the supportive environment of counselling you can explore not only your thoughts, feelings and experiences but how you would like to move forward. Counselling can help us to untangle the threads when life feels difficult. It can help us to find clarity, work out our next steps and move towards living the life we want.

I see counselling as a process and my aim is to provide a safe space where you can be heard and we can work together at your pace, on whatever is most important to you. My approach to counselling is integrative which means I can draw upon different theories and techniques depending on what you need. But my main approach is person-centred and this means that I want to be led by you as you know your life best. The relationship we build is crucial and through building a strong and trusting, non-judgemental relationship, I will help you navigate your way through to where you want to be.

I am a qualified integrative counsellor and Registered Member with the BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy). I also have over 20 years’ experience working for various physical and mental health charities supporting people affected by conditions such as stroke, dementia and cancer, as well as depression, anxiety, OCD and eating disorders. These experiences have helped me to develop as a counsellor.

I work with adults aged over 18 and I have experience in counselling clients with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, stress, work issues, relationship problems, sexual abuse and past trauma, inner child work, physical health problems, and with those caring for others.

Finding the right therapist is important so if you are interested in working with me I can offer a free no obligation 20 minute phone or Zoom call to help you decide whether you would like us to work together.

Sessions last 50 minutes and take place weekly or fortnightly in person in Coulsdon, CR5, or online. Sessions cost £50-£60 with some concessions offered for those on a low income.

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