Paula Byrne, BACP
BACP counsellor supporting relationships and trauma
- Relationship and family support
- Trauma and grief care
- Flexible online options
About Paula Byrne
Paula Byrne is a UK-based counsellor registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings six years of professional experience to her work. She combines practical empathy with a down-to-earth background that began in hairdressing and barbering - roles that cultivated attentive listening and honest connection long before she qualified as a therapist. Paula has worked in a variety of settings including a GP surgery, a homeless hostel, and with the Samaritans, and those experiences inform her compassionate, nonjudgmental approach.
She supports people facing stress and anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, intimacy-related concerns, and a range of related challenges such as abandonment, attachment issues, body-image struggles, caregiver stress, codependency, and separation. Paula adapts each session to the client’s pace and needs, helping to identify underlying strengths and practical steps toward change. She uses established therapeutic approaches to explore patterns, build coping skills, and repair connections where needed.
Described by others as caring, thoughtful, supportive, empathetic, reliable, and often fun to be around, Paula aims to create a relaxed, nonjudgmental space that encourages honest conversation and steady progress.
She supports people facing stress and anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, intimacy-related concerns, and a range of related challenges such as abandonment, attachment issues, body-image struggles, caregiver stress, codependency, and separation. Paula adapts each session to the client’s pace and needs, helping to identify underlying strengths and practical steps toward change. She uses established therapeutic approaches to explore patterns, build coping skills, and repair connections where needed.
Described by others as caring, thoughtful, supportive, empathetic, reliable, and often fun to be around, Paula aims to create a relaxed, nonjudgmental space that encourages honest conversation and steady progress.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsIntimacy-related issues
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Paula Byrne have?
Paula Byrne has 6 years of professional experience.
Is Paula Byrne a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which is a UK professional organisation for counsellors and psychotherapists.
In which languages does Paula Byrne provide therapy?
Paula provides therapy in English.
Where is Paula Byrne located?
Paula is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Paula Byrne as my therapist?
You can work with Paula Byrne through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Paula Byrne work with international clients?
Yes, Paula Byrne works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Paula Byrne 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 a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule an initial session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Attachment, Client-Centered and CBT approaches online
Paula draws on attachment-based therapy to explore how early relationship patterns influence current connections - this approach helps with abandonment concerns, attachment issues, and relationship difficulties by focusing on emotional bonds and building safer ways of relating. She also uses client-centered therapy, which centers the person’s experience and offers empathetic, non-directive support to help people find their own solutions and build self-trust. In addition, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) provides practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, often useful for anxiety, stress, phobias, and coping with change.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Paula works collaboratively to find what fits best for each person. She discusses goals, preferences, and practical needs with clients and adapts techniques over time so therapy feels tailored and relevant.
Online therapy with Paula is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, to maintain continuity of care across locations, and to access support in formats that feel most comfortable. Licensed professionals and therapists can use these methods effectively to support progress and practical change.