Paula Bantick-Ward

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Hello I am Paula and my aim is to make professional counselling accessible, affordable, convenient – so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, whether for yourself or as a couple.

Life is tough and you do not have to deal with it alone, I am here to help you work through and explore your problems and issues. We often find ourselves feeling alone, distressed, overwhelmed, unfulfilled and unable to cope with difficult periods in our life. Making time for yourself, or as a couple, through personal counselling can help you value your experiences, make sense of your faults and feelings, actions and reactions. I will listen to how you feel and what you are saying and help give you your voice to understand your feelings and help you move forward in your life. I will help you make sense of all your feelings and help you learn how to deal with them. These sessions will be your safe and quiet space for you to discuss anything you want to freely and in complete confidence, to help you heal yourself or find solutions for you to continue your life so that it is a healthier and happier place for you to live in.

I am a Person-Centred Counsellor which means that I am genuine and non judgemental within our working relationship. I will apply empathy so I can have a full understanding of what is going on with you and help you find your conditions of worth to begin your healing process. I will also be non directive.

Contacting a Counsellor can feel daunting but could also be life changing. I offer sessions that work best for you and am qualified to provide online or telephone sessions. I have the skills to work creatively and may invite you to try to do this using metaphor, creative writing or journaling. I also draw on techniques from other approaches such as CBT and solution focussed brief therapy.

I am registered member of the BACP and adhere to their ethical framework which underpins my work. All of my work is clinically supervised and I am fully insured to practice.

Years Experience: 8

Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Accepting New Clients: Yes

Gender: Female

Accepting international clients: Yes

NPI Number:

Credentials:

Languages Spoken: English

Licenses: BACP #348864 exp 2026-03-07

List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship, Grief, Depression, LGBT, Family, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Female therapist, Gay, Older, Liberal therapist

Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp

Therapist of color: No

Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

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Paula Bantick-Ward

Accessible person-centred counselling

Online and phone sessions
BACP registered and insured
Person-centred and non-directive

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About

Paula Bantick-Ward aims to make professional counselling accessible, affordable and convenient so that anyone facing life’s challenges can get help, whether individually or as a couple.

She recognises that life can feel overwhelming, isolating or unmanageable at times, and offers a calm, listening presence to help people explore their thoughts, feelings and patterns. Paula helps clients give voice to their experiences, make sense of emotions and reactions, and find practical ways to move forward so life can feel healthier and more fulfilling.

Paula is a Person-Centred Counsellor who works in a genuine, non-judgemental and non-directive way, using empathy to understand what is happening for each person and to support the process of change. She may invite creative exercises such as metaphor, creative writing or journaling, and also draws on techniques from CBT and solution-focused brief therapy when appropriate.

Sessions are offered by phone or online to suit each client’s needs. Paula is a registered member of the BACP, works under clinical supervision and is fully insured to practise.

Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Years Experience: 8

Gender: Female

Languages Spoken: English

Therapist of Color: No

Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

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

Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Cancer, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Coaching, Codependency, Commitment issues, Coping with life changes, Divorce, Domestic violence, Eating, Family, Fertility issues, Foster care, Gambling, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Jealousy, LGBT, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Non-monogamous relationships, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Polyamory, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Self esteem, Self-harm, Separation, Sex addiction, Sexual trauma, Trauma and abuse, Women’s issues, Young adult issues

Therapeutic approach: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp

Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes

Accepting International Clients: Yes

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Credentials & Verification

Credentials:
NPI Number:
License: BACP #348864 exp 2026-03-07

Is Online Therapy the Right Choice for Your Mental Health Journey?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can genuinely help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties or life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions. A key benefit is flexibility – clients can choose the mode of connection that works best for them, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Therapists offering online work are licensed professionals, and clients are free to change therapists if they feel a different fit would be better. Online therapy can therefore offer an effective, adaptable option for many people seeking support.

How much experience does Paula Bantick-Ward have?

Paula Bantick-Ward has 8 years of experience in providing therapy services.

In which languages does Paula Bantick-Ward provide therapy?

Paula Bantick-Ward provides therapy in English.

Where is Paula Bantick-Ward located?

Paula Bantick-Ward is located in United Kingdom.

How can I work with Paula Bantick-Ward as my therapist?

You can work with Paula Bantick-Ward through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

Does Paula Bantick-Ward work with international clients?

Paula Bantick-Ward does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Paula Bantick-Ward 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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