Paula Reilly , BACP

Paula Reilly is a Liverpool-based therapist with a Bachelor of Honours degree in counselling from Staffordshire University and professional affiliation with the BACP. She creates a warm, nonjudgmental environment where people can tell their stories and explore difficult feelings at a pace that suits them.

Her clinical experience includes working with individuals affected by complex trauma, and she maintains a particular interest in supporting parents and caregivers to develop practical skills and strengthen existing ones. Paula also works with couples to help them deepen awareness of their own needs and expectations and to improve communication and connection within their relationship.

Paula believes that therapy can provide tools for change and practical ways to move forward, while recognising that one size does not fit all. She invites clients to explore which therapeutic approach feels most helpful and offers collaborative support to promote positive change. Grounded in a warm and compassionate stance informed by her personal faith and belief in the value of therapy, Paula aims to accompany people on a journey of self-awareness and recovery. She welcomes those who are ready to share their story and take that first step toward change.

Therapeutic approaches and online support with Paula Reilly

Paula draws from several well established approaches to tailor therapy to each person she works with. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships influence current patterns of connection and trust; it can help people understand and change how they relate to partners, family members, or caregivers. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client as the expert in their own experience and provides an accepting, empathetic space for exploration - this approach supports people who need a compassionate environment to process feelings and build self-awareness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and offers practical strategies to change them, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Paula works collaboratively with clients to decide which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She emphasises partnership and adaptability as the work unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules, comfort levels, and ongoing commitments. These options make it easier for people to access licensed professionals from home or while travelling, support continuity of care, and allow therapy to fit into busy lives without sacrificing therapeutic quality.