Paul Gibbs , BACP

Paul Gibbs understands how self-doubt can shape a life. As a child he allowed school grades to define his abilities, and for many years he questioned whether he was good enough to pursue his dream of becoming a counsellor. That personal history informs his empathetic, patient approach to working with others, especially people who struggle with self-esteem and major life changes.

Paul’s life has included profound challenges that reshaped his perspective. He survived cancer and later a quadruple heart bypass, experiences that deepened his compassion and resilience and gave him first-hand insight into the emotional impact of serious illness and recovery. Those events helped him move from doubt to a clearer sense of purpose, and they now inform the care he offers.

He is a qualified counsellor and holds BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Paul draws on his personal journey and professional training to support people facing issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, addictions, and many other concerns. He aims to walk alongside clients as they explore their feelings, rebuild confidence, and find practical ways to move forward, meeting each person where they are without judgment.

Client-Centered Support and Online Sessions

Client-Centered Therapy is the primary approach Paul uses. It focuses on creating a warm, non-judgmental space where a person’s own experience leads the work. The therapist listens deeply, reflects what is heard, and helps clients explore their feelings and choices - an approach that can be helpful for issues like low self-esteem, relationship concerns, grief, and coping with illness.

Because Paul draws on life experience alongside his training, he aims to collaborate with each person to find the best way forward. Figuring out which method feels most helpful is part of the therapeutic process, and Paul works together with clients to tailor sessions to their needs, goals, and personal preferences.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people balancing work, family, or health needs. Paul provides sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging so therapy can fit into different schedules and situations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access support from home or while traveling within the therapist's service area, helping clients stay engaged with the therapeutic work.