- Client-centred approach
- Trauma and eating issues
- Experience in media
About Parule
Parule Basu-Barua is a counsellor who centres sessions on the person in front of her. She uses Client-Centred Therapy to make space for each individual's experience. She listens for what matters most and helps people find clearer ways to cope with anxiety, depression, stress and trauma.
Her work often focuses on people whose trauma or abuse has led to depression, anxiety or addictive behaviours. She also supports those facing eating and food-related issues, problems with sleep, and the challenges of life changes. Parule pays attention to how different concerns overlap, such as co-morbidity, dissociation, or obsessive-compulsive patterns.
Before retraining as a therapist, she spent more than 20 years in television and media in the UK and the USA. That background informs her ability to connect and make sense of people’s stories. She completed a diploma in Therapeutic Counselling in London and earned a degree from the Metanoia Institute with a 2:1 honours.
Parule holds BACP registration and has around five years of practice experience with over 1,500 clinical hours. She is working towards a Masters at King’s College, London in Neuroscience and Psychology. She offers sessions in English and accepts international clients.
She aims to create an open, non-judgemental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared. Early sessions typically focus on listening and building trust, then move towards practical ways to manage symptoms, cope with triggers and make steady changes.
How therapeutic approaches work in online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on active listening and acceptance. The counsellor follows the person's lead, reflecting feelings and ensuring people feel heard. This approach helps when someone needs to find their own answers and build self-trust.Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple ways to notice thoughts and bodily sensations without judgement. It can be useful for managing anxiety, stress and sleep problems by adding short, practical exercises into day-to-day life.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels comfortable, then tailor sessions collaboratively. This might mean starting with listening and safety, then adding mindful practices or exploring life patterns over time.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as reducing travel time or fitting a check-in during a break. It can also allow for shorter catch-ups when needed or sessions that do not require being on camera. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Overall, online work aims to help people manage symptoms, understand patterns and make steady progress while fitting therapy around daily routines.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
Areas of focus include trauma and abuse, eating and food-related issues, anxiety, depression, stress, addictions and sleep difficulties.
What therapeutic style does she use?
Her core approach is Client-Centred Therapy, and she also draws on mindfulness, psychodynamic and trauma-focused ideas to shape sessions.
What is her background and experience?
She has about five years of practice, with over 1,500 clinical hours, and a previous 20-plus year career in television and media.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with the BACP and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and client regions are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The therapist's biography does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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