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Paula Barlow, NCPS

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Paula is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Paula. View 8 reviews
Great news, Paula is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom

Recent reviews

Best therapy and so glad I signed up.

Reviewed November 2024

Paula is a wonderful, kind and considerate therapist. She listens to your concerns in a non judgemental manner and helps you to focus on the right mind tools. Highly recommend her!

Reviewed September 2024

More about Paula

  • 9 years' experience
  • Female
  • NCPS

I am licensed in the UK with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress depression and anxiety, coping with addictions, grief and loss, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I work with couples to repair trust, improve communication, and strengthen their emotional intimacy with each other. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Depression Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Family problems Fertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hoarding Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Phobias Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

  • NCPS · United Kingdom · NCS13-00350 · Expires October 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Paula Barlow

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

8 reviews

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Clients mention: Comfortable Helpful Listens Professional Recommend Supportive Wonderful

Best therapy and so glad I signed up.

Reviewed November 2024

Paula is a wonderful, kind and considerate therapist. She listens to your concerns in a non judgemental manner and helps you to focus on the right mind tools. Highly recommend her!

Reviewed September 2024

She is a superb therapist. I have been receiving therapy for years but she is just different.

Reviewed August 2024

I feel very comfortable with my therapist. I feel listened to always

Reviewed March 2024

So far she has been really supportive

Reviewed December 2023

Paula is very good at making you feel like you can open up. She is very professional.

Reviewed September 2023

Paula is really good. She really does know what she is talking about. I’m not just saying that. I have had 3 sessions with her and am very impressed. She knows a lot about life and is prepared to listen, when I jump in with conversation. She never dismisses anything and I feel that she actually does care. There is no pressure from her to complete sessions, as after one session , I need quite some time, ie: a week to process what we have spoken about. She says things as they are and doesn’t hold back on the truth . Very happy with Paula

Reviewed September 2023

I've only had 2 sessions with Paula so far but have found her empathy and good humour to be both reassuring and helpful in dealing with a relationship issue.

Reviewed April 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Paula Barlow offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Paula Barlow works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Paula Barlow speak?

Paula Barlow speaks English.

How many years of experience does Paula Barlow have?

Paula Barlow has 9 years of experience.

Where is Paula Barlow licensed to practice?

Paula Barlow is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Paula Barlow accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

No, Paula Barlow does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Paula Barlow offer?

Paula Barlow offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Paula Barlow?

Paula Barlow can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Paula Barlow?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.