When life feels harder than it should
Maybe you've spent years wondering why life feels harder than it seems to for everyone else.
Perhaps you've become so good at masking that you're no longer sure what's really you. Maybe anxiety, overthinking or intrusive thoughts have become exhausting. Or perhaps you've recently discovered you're autistic or ADHD, and suddenly lots of things are beginning to make sense.
Whatever has brought you here, you don't need to have everything figured out before you begin.
Inside the Therapy Room is a place where you can slow down, explore your experiences without judgement and begin making sense of your unique way of seeing the world.
Together, we'll build a greater understanding of who you are, recognise your strengths as well as your struggles, and help you feel more confident being yourself.
Hi, I'm Paula
Qualified integrative therapist providing neurodivergent-affirming therapy in Suffolk and online throughout the UK.
I specialise in supporting autistic and ADHD adults and and those living with OCD, alongside anyone who identifies as neurodivergent or wants to explore whether they may be.
My approach is warm, honest and transparent. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe enough to be yourself, ask questions and know that you will be accepted exactly as you are.
As well as supporting individuals aged 16+, I also offer sessions for partners and family members where this would benefit the therapeutic work, helping everyone develop a deeper understanding of neurodiversity and one another.
What therapeutic healing looks like
Our deepest wounds are often formed in relationship, and it is within relationship that healing can also be found.
A therapeutic relationship that feels safe, genuine and deeply attuned creates the conditions for healing. It offers the opportunity to develop new ways of relating to yourself and others, rooted in safety, trust and authenticity.
Inside the Therapy Room is a place where you can be heard, validated and understood.
Together we'll explore your experiences with curiosity rather than judgement, helping you recognise your strengths, understand the challenges you've faced and develop tools that allow you to live more authentically.
Therapy isn't about changing who you are.
It's about helping you feel more at home in yourself.
How I can help
I specialise in supporting people with:
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Autism
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ADHD
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OCD and intrusive thoughts
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Anxiety and overthinking
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Burnout
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Masking and exhaustion
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Low self-esteem
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Relationship difficulties
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Emotional overwhelm
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Trauma
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Perfectionism
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Feeling misunderstood
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Late diagnosis or exploring whether you may be neurodivergent
Every person's experience is different, and therapy is always shaped around you.
My therapy services
Online Therapy
Access neurodivergent-affirming therapy from the comfort of your own home via secure Google Meet.
Online sessions offer the same warm, relational support as in-person therapy, making therapy accessible wherever you are in the UK.
£75 per session
50-minute sessions
Online throughout the UK
In-Person Therapy
Meet with me in my dedicated therapy room in the IP6 area of Suffolk.
A calm, comfortable and confidential space where you can slow down, reflect and begin making sense of your experiences.
£75 per session
50-minute sessions
Face-to-face in Suffolk
Let's keep this simple
Finding the right therapist matters.
That's why I offer a free 15-minute introductory call. It's an opportunity for us to meet, talk about what has brought you to therapy and see whether we feel like the right fit before you commit to anything.
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Get in touch
Complete the contact form and tell me a little about what you're looking for.
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Free introductory call
We'll have a relaxed conversation about your needs and any questions you may have.
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Begin therapy
If we decide to work together, we'll arrange your first session and begin building a therapeutic relationship where you can feel safe, heard and understood.
A space to better understand yourself
Life can feel confusing when you've spent years wondering why you experience the world differently.
Whether you've recently received a diagnosis, are exploring whether you may be neurodivergent or you're simply feeling overwhelmed, this is a space where you can slow down, make sense of your experiences and begin to understand yourself with greater compassion.