Paul Cleland

• Stress and anxiety
• Somatic therapy
• Internal Family Systems

About Paul

Paul Cleland helps people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and grief using a mind-and-body approach. He works through conversation and body-focused methods to identify strengths and reduce emotional blocks. Paul is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has 10 years' experience.

Paul believes people know their own story and brings techniques to make that knowledge more available. Sessions combine talking with attention to physical sensations and responses. This can help when feelings seem stuck or hard to put into words.

He uses somatic methods alongside Internal Family Systems ideas to help people notice different parts of themselves and the bodily reactions that accompany them. The work often involves slowing down, noticing sensations, and gently tracking how thoughts and feelings connect to the body.

Paul also supports people facing relationship strain, anger, compassion fatigue, guilt, shame, isolation and the challenge of life changes. He offers practical ways to manage overwhelming feelings and to build steadier coping skills.

Sessions are straightforward and paced to suit the person. Paul asks questions, listens for patterns, and introduces exercises people can try between sessions. He aims to help people find clearer choices and more comfortable ways of being.

How his somatic and parts-based approaches work online

Paul uses Somatic Therapy to bring attention to physical sensations and how they relate to emotions; this approach involves noticing breathing, tension and bodily responses and can help when feelings feel stuck. Internal Family Systems involves identifying different 'parts' of a person - for example a critical part or a fearful part - and gently talking with them to reduce internal conflict and build inner cooperation.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Paul will check what helps most and adapt the methods to each person's needs, goals and preferences. He works collaboratively, discussing options and trying practical exercises together to see what fits.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow people to join from wherever they are based. They can also make shorter check-ins simpler and let the therapist guide somatic noticing and IFS work in the moment without the need to attend in person.

Topics Paul lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Relationship issues
• Grief
• Anger management
• Coping with life changes
• Compassion fatigue
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• Isolation and loneliness
• Self-love

Ways of working

• Somatic Therapy
• Internal Family Systems

Questions about Paul

Does he work with anxiety?

Yes. He helps people with stress and anxiety using talking and body-focused methods.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

Paul uses Somatic Therapy and Internal Family Systems as his main approaches, combining talk with attention to bodily sensation.

How much experience does he have?

He has 10 years of professional experience and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Where is he based?

He is based in the United Kingdom.

Can I have sessions in English if I live abroad?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats does he offer?

Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started?

Select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.