- ACT and CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Bereavement supervision
About Alan
Alan Cox is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with 13 years' experience. He began counselling in 2008 in the voluntary sector and set up a private practice in 2012 after completing a BA (Hons) in Counselling and a Foundation Degree in Counselling. He also provides supervision within the bereavement voluntary sector.
Alan works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, anger, depression, addictions and trauma. He also supports people dealing with intimacy issues, sleep and eating problems, parenting strains, self-esteem and career changes. Guilt and shame are among the additional concerns he helps people face.
His style is straightforward and practical. He listens and reflects back what he hears, then looks at both the presenting problem and the factors that keep it going. Sessions are not about being told what to do but about helping people find their own way forward.
Alan draws on several approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Client-Centred work, Mindfulness and Psychodynamic ideas. He also brings experience from coaching, training and workplace people development to help with career and work-related pressures.
He has lived experience of having been in therapy, and says that perspective informs how he works with people. International clients can be accommodated and sessions are conducted in English. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being dominated by them, then choose actions that align with their values. It can help with anxiety, guilt and the avoidance that often follows shame. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical exercises to change patterns that feed distress. It can be useful for panic, depression and phobias. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises listening and reflecting so people can find their own solutions; it supports building self-understanding and agency.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try methods that fit the client's needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps decide what to focus on and which tools to use over time.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, such as having shorter check-ins during a break or taking a session without travelling. It can also allow sessions when moving between locations, or when someone prefers not to use video for a particular meeting. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists often adapt exercises and mindfulness practices so they work well across remote sessions.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Alan help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, anger, depression, addictions and trauma, plus concerns such as guilt and shame.
How does he approach guilt and shame in sessions?
He listens and reflects back what he hears, then helps people identify what keeps those feelings going and practical steps to address them.
What experience does he bring to therapy?
He has 13 years of counselling experience, time in the voluntary bereavement sector, and a background in coaching and workplace people development.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I arrange a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.