Paul Linger, BACP
- Warm interactive approach
- NHS and private experience
- Flexible session formats
About Paul Linger
His background spans autism and additional needs support, addictions work, youth services, and social care, with recent roles based in the NHS within a community mental health service as well as operating a private practice in the UK. This breadth of settings informs a practical and empathetic approach to client care.
Paul works from a warm, interactive therapeutic stance and places respect, sensitivity, and compassion at the centre of each session. He describes clients as the experts on their own lives and builds on their existing strengths when addressing challenges. His clinical approach integrates cognitive-behavioural techniques with humanistic, psychodynamic, and person-centred elements, allowing treatment to be tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals.
Recognising that seeking change takes courage, Paul aims to support and empower individuals ready to take initial steps toward a more fulfilling life. He looks forward to working with those who choose to begin that process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Paul Linger have?
Paul Linger has four years of professional experience as a licensed therapist, and he also has around a decade of experience working within mental health services.
Is Paul Linger a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds registration with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Paul Linger provide therapy?
Therapy with Paul Linger is provided in English.
Where is Paul Linger located?
Paul Linger is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Paul Linger as my therapist?
Clients can work with Paul Linger via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Paul Linger work with international clients?
Paul Linger does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Paul Linger cost?
Costs can vary based on factors such as the client’s location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that may be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
To get started, click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match the client with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and held by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit for Someone?
Many people consider whether online therapy can provide meaningful support. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.
A key benefit of remote sessions is flexibility. Clients may connect with therapists through a variety of formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to fit therapy around work, family, and other commitments.
Licensed professionals deliver online therapy, and clients have the option to request a different therapist at any time if a different fit is preferred. For many people, remote therapy offers an accessible and effective way to engage with therapeutic support while maintaining practical life routines.