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Paul Gledhill

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Paul Gledhill

United Kingdom

Practical psychodynamic counselling for clarity and change

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  • Psychodynamic focus
  • Men's wellbeing
  • Down to earth

About Paul

Paul Gledhill offers a psychodynamic approach that aims to uncover underlying patterns affecting wellbeing. He writes plainly and speaks directly, using everyday language to help people make sense of recurring difficulties. Paul presents as down to earth and non-judgemental, with a focus on helping each person find clearer ways forward.

He holds a Masters degree in Psychodynamic Therapy and is working on a research doctorate about how therapy works with military personnel and veterans. That background informs his practice but he works with people from many different walks of life. Psychodynamic work tends to look for hidden patterns and early influences that shape current feelings and choices.

Sessions involve talking through feelings and memories to identify repeating themes. Paul aims to make that process straightforward and practical, so people leave with a clearer sense of themselves and small steps they can try between meetings. He keeps language simple and avoids jargon.

Paul has six years of practice experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. His work covers many concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, addictions, career difficulties and coping with life changes.

People who choose him often want honest, clear conversation and a therapist who will help them notice the patterns that sit beneath day-to-day problems. To start, readers are invited to use the site process to match with him and arrange an initial session.

Psychodynamic thinking and online counselling

Psychodynamic Therapy looks for repeated patterns in feelings and relationships. It encourages talking about memories, dreams and current reactions to understand how the past shapes the present. This approach can help with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and long-standing emotional patterns.

Paul's practice brings that way of thinking into a collaborative process. He will work with each person to decide how the psychodynamic approach fits their goals and preferences. Together they discuss what to focus on and how often to meet, so the therapy matches the person's needs.

Practical benefits of online therapy can include easier fitting of sessions around work and family life, saving travel time, and allowing a quicker check-in when a short conversation will help. Because Paul's session options are not specified here, confirm current session formats before booking so you know whether phone or video is available. Many people find that being able to choose a format makes it simpler to keep therapy part of everyday life.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesDepression

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

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Paul help with?

Paul works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, addictions, career matters and coping with life changes.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses Psychodynamic Therapy, aiming to bring recurring patterns and early influences into view so they can be talked through and understood in practical terms.

What is his background and experience?

He has six years of clinical experience, holds a Masters degree in Psychodynamic Therapy and is undertaking a research doctorate about therapy with military personnel and veterans.

Where is Paul based and what credential does he hold?

He practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and payment arranged?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What should I do to begin working together?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

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