Dr Pauline Davies

I work online with clients across the UK on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, during the day and in the evenings. Please contact me for current availability.

To arrange a no-obligation discovery call, message me through this page. I look forward to hearing from you.

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I'm Dr Pauline Davies, a BACP-registered counsellor trained in the person-centred approach. I support people with anxiety, depression, stress, loss, burnout, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, health concerns, and workplace issues.

I have over 30 years of experience across a range of settings in the UK and overseas, including NHS mental health services. My doctorate in Meaningful Work at Anglia Ruskin University reflects my interest in human relationships and emotional experience in organisations and communities, and I have particular experience with work-related difficulties.

My qualifications:

• Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, CPCAB, 2026

• BSc (Hons) in Psychology, Manchester University, 1981

• Doctorate in Meaningful Work, Anglia Ruskin University, 2023

I also bring a lived understanding of adversity, which helps me meet clients with authenticity, compassion, and respect for the courage it takes to seek support. I attend regular supervision and further training, and I work within the BACP Ethical Framework.

The use of the title Dr in this directory listing relates to the member’s doctorate qualification. However, this does not imply a general medical qualification.

Person-centred counselling means I don't give advice or direct the work. You set the pace and decide what we explore, and I offer a confidential, reflective space where your experiences are met with empathy, curiosity, and non-judgment. I have found this approach creates a safe space for personal change and transformation. Many clients tell me they come away with greater clarity and resilience, stronger self-trust, and healthier relationships.

Fees and booking

• Individual sessions are £55 and last 50 minutes.

• Concessions may be available for [e.g. students, those on a low income]. Please contact me to discuss.

• Payment is by bank transfer, at or before each appointment. Receipts are available on request.

I offer a free 30-minute discovery call. It's a chance to tell me what you're seeking from therapy, ask questions, and decide whether I'm the right fit for you.

If we decide to work together, we'll complete a working agreement and agree on a regular weekly appointment. Sessions are offered online or by telephone.

Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, so the first session focuses on clarity and safety. There's no pressure to share everything at once, and we'll move at a pace that respects your boundaries.

How long therapy lasts depends on your needs and goals. Some people find short-term work enough for a specific issue, while others prefer longer-term work exploring themselves, their relationships, and recurring patterns.