Ms Paula Wilcox, DCPsych

Psychological Counsellor

Verified

“I’m a qualified and experienced counsellor with nearly 20 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and young people. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS). I offer a calm, compassionate, and confidential space where you can feel safe, heard, and supported as you work through life’s challenges and move towards greater wellbeing. ”

About me

I work with children, young people, and adults. I support individuals and families through times of change or emotional difficulty. This may involve transitions, stress, anxiety, low mood, or relationship challenges. I also have extensive experience with expatriates, global nomads, and families adjusting to new environments and frequent moves. I have experience of working with neurodivergent clients, as well as those with learning and physical disabilities. Many people seek a safe space to feel heard, make sense of their experiences, and find ways to cope and fee l better able to face life’s challenges. With almost 20 years of experience, I offer a warm, supportive space for children, young people, adults, and families. I specialise in helping clients navigate transitions, such as moving abroad or role changes, and support with issues like anxiety, stress, and relationship difficulties. Taking the first step towards support can feel daunting, but you don’t have to face things alone. Therapy offers a confidential, supportive space to reflect on your experiences and explore what’s going on. Reaching out can be the beginning of making sense of things and finding a way to move forward with more clarity and confidence. Qualifications and Professional Membership: BSc, MA, DCPsych (in progress), MBACP.

Approach

My style is warm, grounded, and relational. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches, tailoring our work to your needs in a way that is ethical, inclusive, and collaborative. Whether you seek short-term support or deeper exploration, I aim to foster a safe and trusting space where insight, resilience, and meaningful change feels possible.

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Basic information

Languages:

English

Fees:

Direct payment

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Online Only

Services

Anxiety, stress, low mood, and depression Life transitions and adjustment Identity, belonging, and feelings of rootlessness Relationship and family challenges Parenting support Birth-related trauma and postnatal wellbeing Adults navigating later life Support for individuals living with disabilities Grief and loss Emotional regulation and self-esteem Expatriate and globally mobile lifestyles

Services Offered:

Adolescent Therapy
Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.
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Child / Adolescent Therapy
Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.
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Counselling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Family Therapy
A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.
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Free Consultation
A no-cost initial session to meet the therapist, discuss needs, and decide whether they are the right fit before committing.
Geriatric Psychology
A branch of psychology focused on the mental health needs of older adults, including cognitive decline, loss, loneliness, and adjustment to ageing.
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Humanistic Therapy
A therapeutic approach grounded in the belief that people are inherently capable of growth and self-understanding, focusing on present experience, personal meaning, and the therapeutic relationship.
Internal Family Systems
A therapy model that views the mind as made up of distinct sub-personalities or 'parts', each with its own role, and works to help these parts communicate and heal under the leadership of a core Self.
Integrative Psychotherapy
An approach that draws on multiple therapeutic models, tailored to the individual, rather than following a single method.
Online Counselling
Counselling conducted via video, phone, or secure messaging, providing professional support remotely.
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Works With:

Adolescents
Adults
Children
Elderly
Families
Individuals
Organisations
Parents
All ages

Area of expertise

Scope of Practice:

Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Cross-Cultural
The psychological challenges of living between two or more cultures, including identity conflicts, acculturation stress, and difficulties with belonging.
Family Issues
Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.
Grief, Loss & Bereavement
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.
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Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Personality Difficulties
Long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others that cause persistent distress or problems in relationships and daily life.
Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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