Lesley Papper, BACP
Integrative therapist supporting resilience and change
- Stress and anxiety support
- Trauma and relationship work
- Short or long-term therapy
About Lesley Papper
Lesley Papper is an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. She has worked in a variety of settings and currently works with Betterhelp while also maintaining an independent private practice; she can be contacted at [email protected].
Lesley offers a warm and accepting therapeutic space where people can explore their experiences and responses to life’s challenges. She recognises that coping strategies often develop to help people manage difficult feelings or situations, even when those strategies later cause harm. She believes individuals have internal resources and strengths that can be drawn on to find healthier ways of coping, and she aims to support that process with empathy and patience.
Lesley balances attention to immediate concerns with consideration of longer-term goals, working collaboratively to understand where difficulties began and how patterns of thought and behaviour operate now. She encourages self-acceptance and self-care as foundations for change and invites clients to reflect on their lives with kindness, using the therapeutic relationship as a supportive context for exploration and growth.
Her experience includes supporting people living with grief, low mood and depression, addiction and eating disorders, anxiety and stress, survivors of sexual violence, hidden and physical disabilities, and neurodiverse clients navigating a largely neurotypical world. She offers both short-term and longer-term therapy, adapts pace to individual needs, and emphasises building resilience and structure to help achieve lasting therapeutic change. Lesley values her work and looks forward to supporting people through their therapeutic journeys.
Lesley offers a warm and accepting therapeutic space where people can explore their experiences and responses to life’s challenges. She recognises that coping strategies often develop to help people manage difficult feelings or situations, even when those strategies later cause harm. She believes individuals have internal resources and strengths that can be drawn on to find healthier ways of coping, and she aims to support that process with empathy and patience.
Lesley balances attention to immediate concerns with consideration of longer-term goals, working collaboratively to understand where difficulties began and how patterns of thought and behaviour operate now. She encourages self-acceptance and self-care as foundations for change and invites clients to reflect on their lives with kindness, using the therapeutic relationship as a supportive context for exploration and growth.
Her experience includes supporting people living with grief, low mood and depression, addiction and eating disorders, anxiety and stress, survivors of sexual violence, hidden and physical disabilities, and neurodiverse clients navigating a largely neurotypical world. She offers both short-term and longer-term therapy, adapts pace to individual needs, and emphasises building resilience and structure to help achieve lasting therapeutic change. Lesley values her work and looks forward to supporting people through their therapeutic journeys.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lesley Papper have?
Lesley Papper has nine years of experience.
Is Lesley Papper a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential BACP, which indicates registration with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists.
In which languages does Lesley Papper provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Lesley Papper located?
Lesley Papper is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Lesley Papper as my therapist?
You can work with Lesley Papper through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lesley Papper work with international clients?
Yes. Lesley Papper works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lesley Papper cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches Lesley Uses and How Online Therapy Helps
Lesley draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in her practice. ACT focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with their values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic relationship in which the therapist listens and reflects so clients can explore their own solutions - this approach supports self-acceptance and emotional processing. CBT offers practical techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours, which can be helpful for depression, anxiety, and problems with sleep or mood.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lesley works collaboratively with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors the mix of approaches over time so therapy remains relevant and responsive to progress and changing priorities.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility: sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to connect from different locations. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these formats to provide consistent, focused support while allowing clients to engage in the ways that feel most accessible and convenient for them.