Alan Cox, BACP
Alan Cox is a counsellor with a clear focus on helping people who feel stuck, overwhelmed or drained by life.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
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About Alan
Alan Cox is a counsellor with a clear focus on helping people who feel stuck, overwhelmed or drained by life. He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief and addiction. He writes plainly and listens closely to understand what is most troubling you now.
Alan began counselling work in 2008 in the voluntary sector and later set up his own independent practice in 2012 after completing a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Counselling.
Background and approach
He also holds a Foundation Degree in Counselling and carries the BACP credential. He continues to contribute to bereavement services and provides supervision to other counsellors. Clients can expect a straightforward, calm style.
Alan draws on different approaches to suit the person in front of him rather than using one fixed method. He uses practical discussion alongside reflective listening to help people see what is keeping a problem going and what might change it. He also brings years of workplace experience in coaching, training and people development.
That background helps when work, redundancy or career stress are part of the issue. He understands how changing job demands can add pressure to daily life. Sessions are about helping people find their own next steps.
Alan will listen, reflect and work with you to identify small, realistic changes. Over time that process aims to reduce distress and make day-to-day life feel more manageable.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 054805 | January 2027 |
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.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- ADHD
- Avoidant personality
- Body image
- Communication problems
- Dissociation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Alan lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
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
Client-Centred Therapy places the person's experience at the heart of the work. The therapist offers active listening and reflection so the client feels heard and can find their own solutions for relationship, grief or self-esteem concerns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Alan will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then try methods that fit those aims. The choice of approach is collaborative and may change as progress is made.
Online therapy can be very flexible. Video calls recreate a face-to-face conversation, phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into short breaks, and live chat or text messaging can suit brief check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, travel or family commitments and to access a therapist from different locations.
Frequently asked
What kinds of concerns does Alan help with?
He helps with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, addiction and problems with sleep or eating.
What is his general approach in therapy?
Alan listens empathetically and uses a mix of practical discussion and reflective listening. He tailors methods to the person rather than following one fixed model.
How long has he worked in counselling?
He has worked in counselling since 2008 and has run a independent practice since 2012, giving him 13 years of experience in the field.
What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients can be supported.
In what formats can sessions be held?
Sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
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?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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