It's Complicated

Paul Noel

CBT Therapist, Psychological Counsellor, Accredited Coach

Unavailable for new clients
I provide a clear, results-based approach to get you unstuck and experience lasting change using CBT with a focus on well being, mindfulness and a coaching approach. Online support can be provided wherever you are.

I specialize in:

At a glance
Berlin, GermanyAvailable in-person and online
Note from PaulGet in touch later in January for a free c30 min consultation.
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
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About me

I grew up in Canada and then moved to the UK where I lived for almost 30 years. I now live in Berlin and support clients mostly online.

After years working in the corporate sector with a focus on organisational and team change, I retrained firstly as a coach and then as a CBT therapist. I understand the realities of the working world including the stress and challenges that can result from our day to day working lives.

I have worked with my own challenges around burnout, anxiety, depression and finding meaning. Now I enjoy helping others with practical approaches that deliver results by combining coaching with the power of CBT (cognitive behaviour therapy) to support clients to ‘get out’ of unhelpful patterns such as: overload, lower self-confidence, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, addictive behaviours.

In addition, I have worked extensively with LGBTQ+ clients and have a deep expertise in Chemsex, addiction and recovery linked with issues of self-worth and connection. Where necessary, I am able to support getting drugs/alcohol under control before moving into the therapeutic process.

I speak:

English

Location:

Berlin, Germany

Approach

Treatment Approaches
CBT: Cognitive behavioral therapyRecommended for those looking for practical support and accountability to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors.
CoachingRecommended for those who want support and motivation to achieve personal or professional goals, often with a structured, goal-oriented approach.
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and when helpful combined with complementary approaches such as mindfulness and coaching. In addition, we review and build well-being activities to support sustained change.

The overall process is future and results focused, time limited, is shared with and taught to the you. It is supplemented with a variety of methods and tools to support you to achieve results for the long term around your goals. We review how you manage your well-being and look at ways to enhance these. The CBT approach is underpinned by the philosophy that it is not things or events that upset us, but what we believe about them to help develop a ‘take charge approach’ to life. The clear process helps you to understand where you are going, what is happening and approximately how long change will take.

If there are concerns about addiction or substance usage we work firstly on this area before moving into the therapeutic process.

If you would like to discuss your needs, have your questions answered and understand how the process works please contact me to book a free c30 minute session.

Experience

9 years in practice
I have over 20 years experience working as an organisational change consultant then coach working with senior leaders in the corporate sector across industries with a particular focus on role transition and overcoming stress, anxiety and work overload. In addition, I have over 8 years experience as a well-being and recovery coach within London and Berlin LGBTQ+ alcohol and drug support services and as a CBT therapist working particularly with anxiety, depression, self-limiting beliefs.

Education

Advanced Diploma in Integrative CBT/REBT with CCBT London (Distinction).
Advanced Diploma in CBT/REBT with CCBT London (Distinction).
Diploma in CBT/REBT with CCBT London (Distinction).
Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
Mental Health First Aid
Diploma and Accreditation in Coaching
Certificate in Neuro-linguistic Programming
Masters in Organisation Development
Honours Bachelor of Commerce
And a variety of psychometric tests used mainly within a coaching context

Cost

Individual Session

€75

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
Berlin, GermanyAvailable in-person and online
Note from PaulGet in touch later in January for a free c30 min consultation.
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Usually responds within 24 hours
Usually responds within 24 hours