Paula is a BABCP accredited High Intensity Therapist. She originally trained in Person Centred Counselling, qualifying in 2006 and subsequently completed her BSc (Hons) degree in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at the University of Cumbria in 2008, followed by the Postgraduate Diploma at the University of Chester in 2010. She has also completed the Postgraduate level training in High and Low Intensity Supervision. Paula worked as a CBT Therapist in NHS IAPT services between 2010 and 2021 treating patients with depression and anxiety related difficulties. She now runs her own private practice.