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Robert Paynter

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Since joining Betterhelp in 2022 I have supported over 500 clients and 4000 sessions. I now have total experience of over 5000 session since qualifying 10 years ago. On Betterhelp platform I have consistently retained a 99% success rate in providing therapeutic support and have continuing good reviews.

I have impact and capability to easily talk to and support clients from all cultures, genders, orientations, societies, worldwide who need help with most mental struggles including depression, anxiety, addictions, relationships, anger management, lack of self confidence, low self esteem and poor self image. My approach in treatment is usually hybrid blend of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and the person centred and integrative treatment approaches are used depending on your unique needs. I show empathy and respect, sensitivity, and compassion irrespective of culture, religion, gender, race, language or sexual orientation. I am a great listener and am easy to talk to.

My treatment plan will focus on your unique and specific needs. Try take the first brave step to overcome your struggle and get your life back and lets head towards a more healthier and happier life. This takes courage and my good experience, easy to talk to reputation, empathy and listening skills will quickly help support you in progress to recovery.

Having travelled the world and visited 66 countries so far and worked on 3 continents and 6 countries and enjoy my adventurous life. I have good life experience to support a diversity of people, struggles and challenges.

Latest top 10 review comments from clients

1. After two months of therapy with Rob, I can honestly say that I’ve felt very well taken care of from the very beginning. He creates a safe and trusting atmosphere that makes it easy to open up to. His approach is professional, yet also empathetic and down-to-earth, so I always feel understood and taken seriously.
2. The sessions are structured but still flexible enough to focus on my individual needs. Even after a short time, I’ve noticed real progress and gained new perspectives. What I especially appreciate is that Rob shares practical insights and tools that I can directly apply in my daily life.
3. Highly recommended!Really enjoyed today’ session. I gave you a 5-star rating. You gave me more feedback, underlying issues, and analysis than my previous therapist did in 20 sessions! I’m very impressed.
4. Robert is an excellent therapist. We worked together on my self-confidence for three months and the result exceeded my expectations by far. I always felt understood and well advised by him and with his sensitive, friendly and professional way of therapy he helped me to open up more and more. He made it easy for me to be completely honest and trusting and I learned and understood a lot about myself. Thanks to the coping skills he provided me with, I was able to overcome issues that I’ve been carrying with me my whole life. And he also gave me helpful advice on my future plans, so that I feel well prepared to embark on a new professional path.
5. Rob, I am glad and grateful that I found Betterhelp and have been matched with you. Thanks to your support I live now a happier and more fulfilling life. Rob has been fantastic with me and my journey. Not only has he installed a new level of self confidence and belief in myself. he has helped my thought processes and I’ve never felt so healthy mentally or physically. Rob is a not a only a brilliant therapist but a great person and I am honoured to call him a mate
who struggles with communication, and with Robert its as easy as breathing, he’s understanding, very responsive, and respectful.
6. My therapist is exceptional – and I am quite a demanding client . I have tried many therapist before and this is the only one who has truly made a difference . So glad I choose him !
7. Rob is an excellent human, such an understanding and lovely therapist. I never feel pressured or uncomfortable, he is genuinely wonderful to speak with.
10. I’ve been working with Robert for a few months and have genuinely come on leaps and bounds with my social anxiety. I’ve gone from struggling to go into social venues to forming new friendships. I’m feeling more self-confident than I have in a long time. He’s a great listener and has offered me lots of help on how to break down my anxiety and deal with in a healthy way.
8. So far my interactions with Robert are helping me in my planned goals.
9. My therapist is exceptional – and I am quite a demanding client . I have tried many therapist before and this is the only one who has truly made a difference . So glad I choose him !
10. I‘m insanely grateful I connected with Robert. I’ve been working with him on my goals for 2 years now and I made good progress! He’s very flexible and indulges my autistic rambling and tangents while still keeping me on the topic. He’s very understanding that standard methods need to be adjusted to fit me and helps me to do so and build my very own toolbox with me. Couldn’t recommend Robert more.

I look forward to the opportunity to support you as well.

MAKE THE DECISION!!

Years Experience: 10
Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Accepting New Clients: Yes
Gender: Male
Accepting international clients: Yes
NPI Number:
Credentials:
Languages Spoken: English, Afrikaans, Portuguese
Licenses: NCPS #NCS20-01745 exp 2026-06-10
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT, Relationship, Depression, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Male therapist, Gay, Christian, Older, Non-religious, Conservative therapist, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: Yes
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Robert Paynter

Experienced, empathetic therapist for real change
  • CBT and integrative therapy
  • Support for anxiety
  • Experienced across cultures

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About

Robert Paynter joined Betterhelp in 2022 and since then has supported over 500 clients across more than 4,000 sessions on that platform. He brings a total of over 5,000 sessions of clinical experience accumulated since qualifying 10 years ago, and has maintained a 99% success rate on Betterhelp alongside consistently positive reviews.

He works with people from a wide range of cultures, genders, sexual orientations and backgrounds, offering support for common mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, anger management, low self-confidence and poor self-image. His approach is usually a blended, hybrid model – primarily Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) combined with person-centred and integrative techniques tailored to each person’s needs.

Robert is known for empathy, respect, sensitivity and compassion regardless of culture, religion, gender, race, language or sexual orientation. He aims to be an easy therapist to talk to and a good listener, building treatment plans that focus on each client’s specific goals and circumstances.

He encourages clients to take the first brave step toward recovery, using his experience, listening skills and practical tools to support progress toward a healthier, happier life. Having travelled to 66 countries and worked across three continents and six countries, he draws on broad life experience to relate to diverse people and challenges.

Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Years Experience: 10
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: English, Afrikaans, Portuguese
Therapist of Color: Yes
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Addictions, Depression, LGBT, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety

Therapeutic approach: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Systemic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes
Accepting International Clients: Yes

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials:
  • NPI Number:
  • License: NCPS #NCS20-01745 exp 2026-06-10

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person care for most typical concerns.

One major benefit is flexibility – people can meet with a therapist in the way that suits them best, whether by video call, phone session, live chat or in-app messaging. This adaptability makes it easier to fit therapeutic support into a busy life.

All sessions are provided by licensed professionals, and if someone feels a different fit would be better they can change therapists at any time. Online therapy offers accessible, practical options for engaging with a trained therapist while maintaining many of the benefits of face-to-face care.

How much experience does Robert Paynter have?

Robert Paynter has 10 years of experience in providing therapy services.

In which languages does Robert Paynter provide therapy?

Robert Paynter provides therapy in English, Afrikaans, Portuguese.

Where is Robert Paynter located?

Robert Paynter is located in United Kingdom.

How can I work with Robert Paynter as my therapist?

You can work with Robert Paynter through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

Does Robert Paynter work with international clients?

Robert Paynter does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Robert Paynter 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, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

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