Counsellor profile
Paolo De Luca, BACP
Psychodynamic counsellor - relationships and trauma
See online counselling options- Client-Centred Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- English and Italian
About Paolo
Paolo De Luca is a counsellor and psychodynamic psychotherapist and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He has eight years' experience working in the United Kingdom with adults who bring concerns such as anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. He speaks English and Italian and sees people who want to look at upsetting events, life changes or ongoing patterns that affect daily life.
Paolo offers individual, open-ended work when that suits a person. Sessions are a chance to talk about what is worrying you now and to look at the deeper issues beneath those worries. He invites exploration of themes that may not be immediately obvious and pays close attention to what emerges in conversation.
He uses client-centred ways of working alongside psychodynamic ideas. That means he listens closely, follows what matters to the person in the room, and looks at how past experiences might shape present feelings and relationships. The aim is to increase awareness and self-confidence so people can make constructive changes.
His practice includes talks about trauma, bereavement, intimacy and sexuality, panic and stress, eating issues and addictions. He also supports people dealing with family problems, attachment questions and personality-related difficulties. Paolo works with adults of all ages who want reflective, longer-term psychotherapy.
Sessions and options can be discussed in an initial consultation. International clients are accepted, and he can meet people in person or online depending on what is agreed at first contact.
How his approaches guide online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's own perspective. The counsellor listens, reflects and follows what the client brings to each session. This approach helps with issues like low self-esteem, relationship worries and feeling stuck.Psychodynamic Therapy looks at how earlier experiences affect current feelings and relationships. It helps people notice repeating patterns, make sense of strong emotions and work through unresolved issues such as trauma or family problems.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Paolo will discuss what feels most helpful and adjust the way he works to match goals, needs and preferences. That discussion is collaborative and ongoing rather than a fixed prescription.
Session formats and practical arrangements should be confirmed before booking. The original biography notes he can meet people in person or online and that international clients are accepted, so check which options are offered when you arrange the first consultation. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work or travel, allow a shorter check-in when time is limited, and remove the need to travel to appointments. These practical benefits can help people keep therapy in their everyday life without promising a specific outcome.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Italian
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he commonly help with?
He works with adults on matters such as anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma and stress-related problems.
What style of therapy does he use?
He combines client-centred approaches with psychodynamic therapy, focusing on the here-and-now concerns while also exploring past influences on current patterns.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years' experience providing psychotherapy and counselling to adults in the United Kingdom.
Which professional body is he a member of?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English and Italian.
Can international clients work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients; practical arrangements can be discussed at the first consultation.
How are fees and payments organised?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
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