Paula Ciocirlau, BACP
Compassionate UK psychotherapist for life transitions
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and parenting
- English and Romanian
About Paula Ciocirlau
Paula Ciocirlau is a compassionate psychotherapist who supports people navigating life transitions and emotional challenges. She works collaboratively with clients to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, helping them identify practical steps toward meaningful and lasting change. Paula emphasizes a respectful, client-centered relationship in which the individual remains the expert on their own life while she offers guidance and professional support.
She began her psychotherapy journey in 2016 in Vienna, Austria, and brings both formal training and international life experience to her practice. Paula integrates Systemic and Person-Centered Therapy approaches, tailoring the blend of methods to suit each person’s needs and preferences. Her broad experience has shaped an ability to connect across cultural differences and create a space where people feel heard and understood.
Paula holds BACP accreditation - the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy - and accepts clients in the United Kingdom as well as international clients. She offers sessions in English and Romanian and supports work on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationships, parenting, career, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, and many other areas of emotional and practical struggle. She looks forward to supporting people as they take the next steps in their personal growth.
She began her psychotherapy journey in 2016 in Vienna, Austria, and brings both formal training and international life experience to her practice. Paula integrates Systemic and Person-Centered Therapy approaches, tailoring the blend of methods to suit each person’s needs and preferences. Her broad experience has shaped an ability to connect across cultural differences and create a space where people feel heard and understood.
Paula holds BACP accreditation - the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy - and accepts clients in the United Kingdom as well as international clients. She offers sessions in English and Romanian and supports work on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationships, parenting, career, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, and many other areas of emotional and practical struggle. She looks forward to supporting people as they take the next steps in their personal growth.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Paula Ciocirlau have?
Paula Ciocirlau has 8 years of experience.
Is Paula Ciocirlau a licensed therapist?
Yes. Paula Ciocirlau holds BACP accreditation, the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Paula Ciocirlau provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Romanian.
Where is Paula Ciocirlau located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Paula Ciocirlau as my therapist?
You can work with Paula Ciocirlau through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Paula Ciocirlau work with international clients?
Yes, Paula Ciocirlau works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Paula Ciocirlau cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could remote therapy fit your needs?
Many people ask whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or coping with life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.One major benefit is flexibility - individuals can choose the communication method that works best for them, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care alongside work, family, or other commitments.
Therapists who provide online services are licensed professionals, and clients can change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many people, remote therapy offers a practical, accessible way to begin or continue therapeutic work with a qualified practitioner.