- Practical steps
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About Alan
Alan Cox is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety and panic attacks. He also supports those coping with relationship strain, grief, anger and low mood. His approach is straightforward and practical, aimed at making daily life feel more manageable.
Alan has been counselling since 2008 and set up his private practice in 2012 after completing a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Counselling. He also holds a Foundation Degree in Counselling. Alongside private work he continues to offer supervision within the bereavement voluntary sector.
He draws on a range of therapies to match what each person needs. Sessions often focus on clear steps to reduce symptoms and on understanding what keeps problems going. He listens closely and reflects what he hears to help people find their own solutions.
Practical experience before counselling includes coaching, training and people development in workplace settings. That background shapes how he looks at problems such as work stress, redundancy and changing life roles. He aims to spot both the immediate issue and the wider factors that feed it.
Alan understands what it is like to have therapy from the other side of the chair. He uses that insight to create a non-judgemental space for people to talk and make decisions about the best way forward. Sessions are collaborative and focused on what the person wants to change.
Therapies you can use online and how they help
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts without getting stuck in them and to pick actions that match their values. It can be useful for persistent anxiety and problems that keep coming back.Client-Centred Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and reflecting back what the person says so they can make their own choices. This approach often suits people who want a supportive space to think things through.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for panic, phobias and anxiety-related difficulties.
Finding the right approach is something to work out together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels helpful, and then try approaches that suit the individual. This is a collaborative process that can shift as needs change.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, remove travel time and allow for more flexible scheduling. Different formats have different practical benefits, for example shorter phone check-ins can fit a work break while video sessions let you see non-verbal cues. The original biography did not list the exact session formats used here, so please confirm the available online options before booking.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Alan help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety including panic attacks, relationship difficulties, grief, anger and depression. He also works with addiction issues, sleep and eating problems, self-esteem and work-related change.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Alan offers a practical, listening-led style that combines reflection with concrete steps. He aims to help people understand what feeds their problem and to find workable solutions.
How long has he been practising?
He has 13 years of experience in counselling since first starting work in 2008 and running a private practice from 2012.
What credentials and location are listed?
Alan is registered with BACP and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international work are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he does accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats, so please confirm current options before booking.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.