Alison McWhirr, BACP
Alison McWhirr is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self Esteem
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About Alison
Alison McWhirr is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression. She supports people coping with relationship strain, grief, addiction concerns, ADHD and anger. She works with a wide range of life challenges, including issues linked to adoption, attachment, caregiving stress and chronic illness.
Her approach begins with listening. Alison treats each person as the expert on their own life and looks for strengths to build on.
Background and approach
She aims to make sessions straightforward and practical so people can try things between meetings. Alison uses a client-centred style that focuses on the person rather than a diagnosis. That means time is given to understand what matters most and to set goals that feel achievable.
Conversations are paced to match each individual’s needs and comfort level. With ten years of UK practice experience, Alison has worked across a variety of concerns such as communication problems, body image and difficulties after divorce or separation. She also supports people dealing with abandonment, blended family issues and eating or food-related worries.
Sessions are offered in English and are available online via video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. The subscription model used for sessions can be cancelled at any time and pricing varies with location and therapist availability. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to availability.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 374297 | 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 Alison works with
Everything Alison lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- ADHD
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Anger management
- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Alison lists
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Online support
The emphasis is on understanding strengths and preferences rather than imposing a fixed plan. Alison and the person work together to set goals and try small changes between sessions, so progress is shaped by what feels useful and doable.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video is good for a fuller conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text messaging allow for flexible, brief exchanges during busy days or when typing feels easier.
Choosing the right way of working is part of the process. Alison will discuss options and help people decide which format and pace fit their goals, routines and comfort. The mix of client-centred work and multiple online formats makes it easier to fit therapy into everyday life.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Alison help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and relationship concerns, plus areas such as grief, addictions and ADHD.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her practice follows a client-centred way of working, meaning she listens first and shapes sessions around each person’s needs and strengths.
What is her professional background?
Alison has ten years of professional experience supporting people with a wide range of life issues and emotional difficulties.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She practises in the United Kingdom and is listed with the BACP.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be delivered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.
How do I start working with her and what does it cost?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to availability; cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
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