- Client centred
- Integrative approach
- BACP registered
About Allan
Allan Mathieson is a psychotherapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He works in the United Kingdom and aims to create a calm, non-judgemental space for people who feel stuck or overwhelmed. Allan speaks plainly and focuses on what matters to each person in the room.
Allan’s approach is client centred and integrative. He listens first, then brings in techniques from different therapies when they will help. Sessions are led by the client so people stay in control of what they want to work on. Allan pays close attention to the relationship in therapy and tries to be warm and relaxed to help people feel at ease.
He has four years of professional experience and has worked with a wide range of concerns. Common themes include stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, self‑esteem, and coping with life changes. He also supports people dealing with panic disorder and panic attacks, social anxiety, isolation, and issues related to neurodiversity.
Allan does not insist on homework but can suggest tasks or reading to help between sessions. He spends time outside sessions thinking about how to help clients make steady progress. The work aims to help people feel better about themselves and their situations, and to build practical ways to cope day to day.
He highlights respect for neurodiverse clients and men’s issues among his experience. Allan combines empathy with practical ideas so people can try different ways to manage stress and build on positive change.
How Allan’s approaches translate to online work
Allan uses client‑centred therapy, which means he listens closely and follows what matters most to the person in front of him. This approach helps people feel heard and sets the agenda for each session, which can be useful when talking through anxiety or relationship worries.He also draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to look at patterns of thinking and behaviour that keep problems going. CBT offers concrete steps and practical exercises that people can try between sessions to manage panic, anxious thoughts, or low mood.
Many clients start with one approach and then mix methods as needed; Allan treats choosing a method as a joint decision. He will discuss goals, preferences and what feels comfortable, then tailor the mix of techniques to match what the client wants to achieve.
Please confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check‑in conversations when needed. Registered or accredited professionals often find remote sessions help people stay consistent with their plan, and the practical tools from CBT can be practised at home between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Allan help with?
Allan works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, self‑esteem issues, and coping with life changes. He also lists panic disorder and panic attacks among his focus areas.
How would he describe his style in sessions?
He uses a client centred, integrative style that is led by the person in the room. Allan aims to be warm and relaxed while bringing in techniques from other therapies when helpful.
What experience does he have?
Allan has four years of professional experience working with a range of clients and issues, including anxiety and neurodiverse presentations.
What professional credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works in the United Kingdom.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients, so people based outside the UK can enquire about working together.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a session according to the therapist's availability.