Paula Davenport

Hi I'm Paula, thank you for taking the time to read my profile. Looking for a counsellor can be a daunting experience and finding the right counsellor for you is a very important decision. One of the most important parts is finding a counsellor you 'click' with. My approach to therapy is to be a calm, compassionate presence, down to earth but also practical.

 

As a trauma counsellor I have worked with adults on a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, intimacy, self-esteem, self-confidence, stress, anger, loss and more. My approach is tailored to your needs as we explore together what the barriers are to you reaching your goals and of living a life with more peace and contentment.

 

Coming to therapy is a courageous step, but it doesn't only have to be at times of crisis. You may want support to understand yourself and others better, help managing anxiety, have faced a recent difficult issue, or be curious about how you respond to situations in your life. I welcome you to reach out and we can discuss your hopes for having counselling.

 

I have a Masters degree in Integrative Counselling, and level 1 & 2 in Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/Tapping). EFT Tapping combines elements of cognitive therapy, exposure techniques, and stimulation of acupressure points. The core idea is that this combination helps send calming signals to your brain and body, rapidly reducing emotional and physical distress. After just a few rounds of tapping, people often report feeling lighter and calmer and able to breathe more easily – almost as if they now have more space inside.

 

I am a member of NCPS National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, and I adhere to their ethical framework. I am also a member of EFT International, and I hold professional insurance, enhanced DBS and registration with the ICO (Information Commissioners Office).