Counsellor profile
Paul Douglas Rankeillor, HCPC
Counsellor for stress and mood concerns
See online counselling options- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Self esteem work
About Paul
Counsellor Paul Douglas Rankeillor is HCPC registered and has eight years of practice in the United Kingdom. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem and depression. He also supports those facing life changes and related concerns such as isolation, guilt and issues with attachment.
Paul aims to make sessions straightforward and practical. He listens to what matters most and helps people talk through immediate worries and decisions. Sessions focus on day-to-day coping, mood management and rebuilding confidence after setbacks.
His work covers a range of emotional and practical issues. Paul can help with feelings of abandonment, struggles around sexuality, money worries and questions about life purpose. He also offers support for people processing shame or working towards greater self-love.
Paul describes his approach as collaborative. He helps people set small goals, notice patterns that keep problems going, and try out new ways of responding. Conversations are direct and geared towards actions that can fit into everyday life.
He brings eight years of experience to appointments and keeps the focus on what a person wants to change. Before a first session he asks a few straightforward questions to match expectations and clarify immediate needs. This helps make the first meeting productive and practical.
Therapeutic approaches and online counselling
Paul uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage mood and behaviour. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing different responses. That kind of work can help with anxiety, low mood and repetitive negative thinking.Another approach centres on building small, practical habits and tasks to change how someone feels day to day. This is useful for motivation, addictions and for coping with life changes where steady, repeatable actions matter.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Paul will discuss options with the person and agree a way forward together based on goals, preferences and how problems show up in daily life.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce travel time and keep sessions brief when needed. Registered or accredited professionals often use these practical benefits to help clients maintain regular contact and work steadily on change.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, addiction issues, low self-esteem and depression. He also works with life changes and related concerns such as isolation and guilt.
How would you describe his approach in sessions?
He uses a straightforward, collaborative style that focuses on practical steps. Conversations aim to identify patterns and try out actions that fit daily life.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, HCPC, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
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.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.