Alan Clucas, BACP
Alan Clucas is a counsellor who uses a person-centred way of working.
- Addictions
- Trauma and Abuse
- Bipolar disorder
- +18 more
About Alan
Alan Clucas is a counsellor who uses a person-centred way of working. He believes people know their own story and can build on their strengths. He focuses on practical support for depression and related concerns.
He aims to make the first step less daunting and to work alongside each person as they find clearer footing. He brings 12 years of experience supporting people with addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder and major life changes.
Background and approach
He also helps with anxiety, stress, sleep problems, eating concerns and issues around intimacy and self‑esteem. His practice includes support for those facing grief, career crossroads and feelings of emptiness or isolation. In sessions he follows client-centred principles, offering space to be listened to and understood.
He uses motivational interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change and to set small, achievable goals. Somatic techniques are sometimes used to notice how the body holds stress and to introduce gentle ways to regulate it. Alan holds BACP registration, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
He works with people across the United Kingdom and accepts international clients who prefer remote support. Sessions are available by video, phone, live chat or text messaging to suit different needs. He describes his role as a partner in the work rather than an instructor.
Conversations tend to be straightforward and focused on next steps. People come for help with immediate problems and for longer term change, and he adapts the pace to each person.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 45621 | May 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Alan works with
Everything Alan lists, in their own terms.
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Antisocial personality
- Avoidant personality
- Co-morbidity
- Dissociation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Forgiveness
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Workplace issues
Approaches Alan lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Motivational Interviewing helps people find practical reasons to change. It uses short conversations to set small goals and keep momentum. Somatic Therapy asks people to notice their physical reactions and offers simple ways to ease tension in the body, which can help with anxiety, stress and trauma symptoms.
Finding the best approach is a shared process. The counsellor will talk through goals and preferences and then try methods that fit the person’s needs. Sessions may shift over time as priorities change and new strategies are tested together.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, so people can pick what suits them. Video is helpful for deeper conversations and body awareness work. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a work break. Live chat or messaging can be useful for short check-ins or when writing feels easier. These options aim to make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into everyday life.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
He helps with a wide range of concerns including addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, stress and sleep or eating difficulties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He works in a client-centred way, offering steady listening and support. He also uses motivational interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change and somatic methods to notice how the body responds to stress.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of professional experience working with a broad range of mental health and life concerns.
Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?
He practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy credential listed in his profile.
Can I speak with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes. Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English.
What session formats does he use?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to provide flexible ways to connect depending on personal preference.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements. Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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