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My Name is Paula Bailey, I am an experienced UKCP Registered Psychotherapist who has worked in differing roles of NHS Mental Health practice for over 30 years.

My training in Family Therapy began in 2007 and ended in 2011 during training I worked in the NHS  North West CAMH Services and Eating Disorder Services. For the next 10 years I worked as a Family Therapist in the NHS Early Intervention Psychosis Services.

My private psychotherapy practice has been running for the last 3+ years. I have had the privilege of working with a great many clients throughout this time.​

As a psychotherapist in Widnes, I offer individual, couple and family systemic psychotherapy that adapts to your unique experiences and circumstances. Individual therapy provides a personal space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, while also considering how your wider social systems, such as family, friends, and other influences may impact your well-being. Whether you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, or personal conflicts, I can help you identify your strengths, set goals, and work toward a healthier, more balanced life.​

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About Therapy

Life can be really challenging, and at times our problems and difficulties can feel overwhelming to us.

Sometimes we can find it difficult to make sense out of the situations we are in and the feelings we may be experiencing. Or we may need some additional support in dealing with difficult and painful circumstances.

 

As a Psychotherapist my role is to offer you a compassionate and safe therapeutic space for you to explore some of these difficulties and challenges, at a pace and in a style that works for you. I provide a non-judgemental, supportive environment where we can work together to overcome these challenges. I aim to empower you to develop new coping strategies, build resilience, and foster personal growth.

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I believe that therapy should be flexible and individual to you. Whether you prefer in-person sessions or online therapy via Microsoft Teams, we can work together in a way that suits your lifestyle and comfort level. Each session is designed to move at a pace that feels right for you, allowing us to address your concerns in a safe and supportive space.

Overview of the Service

About the Services I offer

I am currently offer consultation, assessment, formulation and intervention for individuals, couples and families. I work with children, young people, adults and older adults.

Some of the difficulties people access the service for, include:

Trauma/PTSD/cPTSD

Relationship issues

Family issues

Separation and divorce

Issues of trust

Grief & Bereavement

ADD; ASD 

Anxiety; OCD

Low mood and Depression

Low self-esteem and confidence

Substance Use

Attachment/relational difficulties

Health anxiety 

And a wide range of many other mental health and mental well-being issues.

I am Enhanced DBS Cleared

 

Ready to take the next step?

If you’re looking for a trauma therapist in Widnes, or seeking support for family/relationship difficulties, I invite you to reach out. I offer a free initial 15-minute consultation to discuss your concerns and explore how individual, couples or family therapy could help. Get in touch today to start your journey towards healing and healthier relationships.​

My sessions are delivered in Widnes either in person, by telephone or

online via Microsoft Teams. 

Get in touch today to start your journey towards healing and healthier relationships​

Individual Therapy

Systemic psychotherapy for individuals focuses on your personal experiences while also taking into account the broader systems that shape your life. This approach recognises that the difficulties we face are often influenced by factors beyond ourselves, including family dynamics and societal pressures. By exploring these connections, individual therapy can help you gain insight into how past and present relationships affect your mental health and well-being.  â€‹

If you're struggling with:

  • Mental health issues: Anxiety, depression, trauma, or other emotional difficulties.

  • Life transitions: Coping with significant changes like job loss, bereavement, or divorce.

  • Relationship problems: Struggling to communicate effectively or maintain healthy connections.

  • Self-esteem issues: Feeling insecure or lacking confidence.

Individual therapy can provide a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and develop strategies for coping with challenges and achieving your goals.

Family Therapy helps people in close relationship help each other. It enables family members, couples and others who care about each other to express and explore thoughts and emotions safely. This can help you to understand each other’s experiences and views, appreciate each other’s needs, build on strengths and make useful changes in your relationships and your lives.

 

Individuals also can find Family Therapy helpful, as an opportunity to reflect and strengthen important relationships.

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Family Psychotherapy

As an experienced Systemic Family Psychotherapist I offer a therapeutic approach that focusses on the interconnectedness of individuals within a family system. It provides a safe and supportive space for family members to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and to gain a deeper understanding of how these factors influence their relationships. By working with the family unit, I help you better understand each other’s perspectives, appreciate individual needs, and create meaningful changes in your relationships.

Couples Therapy

Couples therapy focuses on interactions within intimate relationships. Together we would consider a number of factors that may be impacting on your relationship, including: personal and relationship history, current dynamics, patterns of communication, attachment pattern, stress and distress, feeling stuck, issues of trust... and more.

My role is not to take sides, but to facilitate open, honest discussions that help you both understand your individual needs and those of your partner.

During therapy, we might explore areas such as:

How past experiences are shaping current behaviour and responses.

Identifying patterns in your communication that may be contributing to conflict.

Developing strategies to handle disagreements more constructively.

Building trust, empathy, and emotional resilience within your relationship.

By focusing on both individual and shared goals, we work together to find ways to restore balance, respect, and affection.

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Couples therapy can benefit relationships at any stage...

You might be seeking support for long-standing issues, or perhaps you’ve encountered a recent challenge that's proving difficult to overcome. Here are some situations where couples therapy may be especially helpful:

  • Communication breakdown: Struggling to talk openly or feeling like your conversations always lead to conflict.

  • Trust issues: Working through betrayal, jealousy, or past incidents that continue to affect the present relationship.

  • Feeling stuck: When you and your partner find yourselves repeating the same arguments or unable to move forward.

  • Life transitions: Adjusting to significant changes such as moving in together, starting a family, or coping with job-related stress.

  • Intimacy concerns: Dealing with a loss of emotional or physical connection, or differing levels of desire.

If any of these resonate with you, couples therapy can provide a fresh perspective and practical tools to navigate these challenges.

Family Therapy helps people in close relationship help each other. It enables family members, couples and others who care about each other to express and explore thoughts and emotions safely. This can help you to understand each other’s experiences and views, appreciate each other’s needs, build on strengths and make useful changes in your relationships and your lives.

 

Individuals also can find Family Therapy helpful, as an opportunity to reflect and strengthen important relationships.

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Family Psychotherapy

As an experienced Systemic Family Psychotherapist I offer a therapeutic approach that focusses on the interconnectedness of individuals within a family system. It provides a safe and supportive space for family members to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and to gain a deeper understanding of how these factors influence their relationships. By working with the family unit, I help you better understand each other’s perspectives, appreciate individual needs, and create meaningful changes in your relationships.

Qualifications 

MSc Systemic Practice  (University of Leeds)

MSc Management (Edge Hill University)

PG Cert Teaching and learning (John Moores University)

BSc Nursing Studies (Edge Hill University)

DipHE Mental Health Nursing (Liverpool John Moores University)

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Emotion Focused Family Therapy (Core Training Certificate)

Career Coaching (Certificate)

Professional Registrations

UKCP Registered Systemic Psychotherapist

AFT Member 

NMC Registered Mental Health Nurse

NMC Registered Teacher

Indemnity Insured

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PB Psychotherapy Clinical Supervision 

I currently provide clinical supervision to therapists, trainee therapists and coaching to nurse clinicians.  

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Fees £60 per hour: whilst awaiting UKCP Approval  

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NOTE: I am currently processing via APEL to the UKCP to register as an Approved 

Systemic Psychotherapy Supervisor.

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Fees

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Face to Face Individual Sessions 

£75per - one hour duration

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Face to Face Couples 

£90 per - one hour duration

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Face to Face Family Therapy 

£100 per - one hour duration

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Online/telephone Individual Sessions ​​​

£70 per - one hour duration​

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Concessions Children & Young people 

Children and young people under the age of 18 years old

£65 per person - one hour duration​

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Wanting to use private healthcare? 

Please contact me to ask about private insurance fees.

Insurers who have verified me as a private provider:

AXA Health

Aviva

BUPA

Vitality Health

WPA

NOTE: fees remain as above however if insurer provider fee are less

than above you will need to finance the additional fee via bank transfer

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Client Testimonials 

“After years of putting off therapy I came across Paula through BUPA and cannot recommend her enough. Paula listens and takes away the jargon - she’s makes everything relatable, and you feel immediately at ease in her sessions. Everyone needs a Paula in their life!" (A)

“This lady is a magician! A few words can make you feel so much better. But in all honesty she’s more than that a therapist who is sincere, compassionate, kind and above all else a genuine person. Little does she know just how much she made a difference to not only my life but my family’s lives too." (R)

“Paula is an excellent therapist that makes you feel very welcomed into the session. Paula is very knowledgeable and understands how to deal with complexed situations." (C)

“Amazing therapist. Helped me work through a lot of issues and gave me crucial help and advice in a time of need. Would most definitely recommend." (A..)

“Finding Paula changed my life. She genuinely cares about her work and her clients, leaving you feeling heard, supported and understood. Every time I've had a session, I've felt more hopeful about the future thanks to her guidance. I'd recommend her to anyone" (L)

“I have been working with Paula for a couple of years now. Guided by her extensive experience and delivered with compassion, Paula offers sessions that facilitate a safe space for me to unpack various trauma and understand my neurodiversity. The content of the sessions are tailored to my well-being needs and goals, and are delivered in ways that help me engage in therapy." (T)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUR ETHOS​

Our workshop programs focus on practical and evidence-based approaches to address the diverse needs of individuals and communities, whilst also enhancing workforce skills and knowledge.

We are committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and growth.

We offer face to face workshops

PB Psychotherapy 
@The Workshop Hub

Paula Bailey has been,

working in education for 20 years,

previously programme leading mental health nurse training for 16 years.

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Paula has provided training and education for, social workers, nurses, health visitors, teachers, counsellors and psychotherapists.

 

Paula was the project Lead: Clinical  Governance at Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust for 5 years. Paula  supported the nursing executive team. This role enabled the development of policies and strategies for the Trust alongside workforce training and development.   

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SPECIAL OFFER 50% fee reduction applies throughout 

JANUARY; FEBRUARY & MARCH 2025

ABOUT US

'Enhancing your own and your organisations practice and knowledge in the field of mental health.'

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We will continue to develop bespoke workshop designs for professional practitioners, counsellors, psychotherapists and all others working in or with mental health.

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At The Workshop Hub, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, practice focused, workshop programs designed to empower professionals in the mental health sector.

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Our training programs focus on practical and evidence-based approaches to address the diverse needs of individuals and communities.  Join us and be part of a community dedicated to sharing knowledge and skills, learning from each other and making a positive impact on our communities.

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​Amenities Provided 

Tea, coffee and biscuits proved in the morning and afternoon.

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Large seated kitchen area with access to Microwaves and fridge

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Vending Machine​ 

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Ample Free Parking

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Toilet Facilities on site

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Opening Hours 

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SATURDAY 10:00 - 15:00

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SUNDAY 10:30 -15:30

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 Training is delivered @Foundry House Widnes

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Widnes Business Park

WA8 8UD

(Turn Right off the roundabout at the end of Foundry Lane - then turn left to park) 

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(Online Workshops will be onboard in January 2025)

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PB Psychotherapy 
@The Workshop Hub

@The Workshop Hub we have a cost effective, bespoke & evolving programme of workshop opportunities for those wishing to further develop their professional knowledge and skills in mental health focused learning.

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The introduction workshops are listed below and have a 50% reduced fee in November and December 2024

for all new delegates:​

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Series 1: Working with Trauma

  • Working with Trauma in Adults

  • Working with Trauma in Children and Young People

 

Series 2: Working with Families

  • Introduction: Workshop 1

  • Basic Tools: Workshop 2

  • Methods: Workshop 3

  • Techniques: Workshop 4​

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Series 3: Working/Learning within Systems 

  • Intersectionality in Health and Social care

  • Building reflexive skills for Supervision

  • Schools and Mental Health and Neurodivergence

 

NOTE: We can tailor workshops to your specific workplace needs, please make contact below to discuss.

Daily Fee per delegate: £180 

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@The Workshop Hub also offer bespoke systemic consultation and training for businesses & teams

of all kinds.​

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*For more information & prices please contact me

 

Contact Me

PB_Psychotherapy@outlook.com

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