Paolo De Luca , BACP

Paolo De Luca is a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist who offers individual therapy for adults across the life span. He creates a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can speak openly and reflect on the issues that matter to them.

He works with people from diverse backgrounds presenting with concerns such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement, relationship or family difficulties, traumatic experiences, life-stage crises, panic attacks, sexual abuse, sexuality questions, and personality disorder. Throughout therapy Paolo helps clients bring into focus both current worries and underlying themes that may not be immediately obvious. He listens attentively and collaborates with each person to explore difficult areas of life and to consider perspectives that might be overlooked in everyday thinking.

Paolo aims to support people in making meaningful change by fostering greater self-awareness and confidence so they can move toward healthier ways of living. He offers open-ended psychotherapy when appropriate and tailors the length and focus of therapy to each client’s needs. Paolo works in English and Italian and provides both in-person and online appointments. He is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which represents counselling and psychotherapy professionals.

Integrating Psychodynamic and Client-Centered Work Online

Paolo draws on psychodynamic therapy to help clients explore patterns, emotions, and past experiences that shape current difficulties. This approach encourages reflection on recurring relationship themes and unconscious dynamics, which can be useful for issues such as trauma, attachment difficulties, and long-standing relationship problems.

He also uses client-centered therapy, which emphasizes a warm, empathetic therapeutic relationship and helps clients build self-understanding and confidence. This approach is particularly helpful for people facing low self-esteem, life changes, or situations where support and validation are central to healing.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Paolo works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and preferences, and he adapts methods to match individual needs so therapy feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy with Paolo is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access regular appointments from home or while traveling, and they allow clients to continue therapy when in-person meetings are not feasible. The focus remains on practical, accessible support delivered by a licensed professional who tailors care to each person’s circumstances.