Paul Keshishian, BACP

Paul Keshishian helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem and big life changes. He introduces straightforward, calm sessions where people can talk about what feels hard and think through practical next steps. Paul aims to make the first step feel manageable and to stay with clients as they build confidence and motivation.

He has eight years of counselling experience and previously spent time working in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre for 12 years. That background means he is familiar with the day-to-day realities of addiction recovery and the pressures that often come with it. He draws on that experience to offer clear, non-judgemental support.

Sessions focus on creating a steady space to talk, identify patterns, and try simple changes that add up. Conversations might include exploring coping strategies, improving self-esteem, or working through grief and relationship concerns. Paul aims to balance practical steps with listening so people feel heard and understood.

People often work on managing anger, making career decisions, handling parenting pressures, or coping with eating and intimacy-related issues. Paul also supports those facing bereavement and life transitions. He presents options and helps people choose what feels most useful right now.

Appointments can be done remotely by video, phone, live chat or text messaging. Paul communicates in English and works with people in the United Kingdom. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session once matched.

Approaches that suit online therapy and everyday life

Paul uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical change. One approach emphasises building coping skills and step-by-step plans to reduce anxiety and manage stress, which helps people tackle immediate pressures and feel more in control. Another approach concentrates on understanding behaviour patterns around addiction and motivation, helping clients spot triggers and practise alternative responses that support recovery.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Paul will discuss goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t helped before, and then together they choose methods that fit the person’s needs. This collaborative way helps make the sessions feel relevant and workable rather than one-size-fits-all.

Remote sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be easier when internet bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging let people write out thoughts between sessions or have brief, focussed exchanges. These options make it simpler to fit counselling around work, family and busy days while keeping the therapeutic focus.