Alan Cox, BACP

Alan Cox is a counsellor with 13 years' experience who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, addictions and midlife change. He works with clients who are coping with grief, anger, sleep or eating problems, ADHD, career uncertainty and other life shifts. Alan offers a calm, listening presence and aims to help people understand what is happening to them and decide on next steps.

He trained up to a BA (Hons) in Counselling and previously completed a Foundation Degree in Counselling. He began in the voluntary sector in 2008 and set up a private practice in 2012. He also provides supervision within the bereavement voluntary sector and draws on past roles in coaching, training and people development.

In sessions Alan listens closely and reflects back what he hears. He combines practical problem-solving with space to notice feelings and patterns. That includes looking at immediate symptoms and the wider factors that keep problems going.

He uses a mix of approaches tailored to the person rather than a single method. Clients can expect clear conversations about goals, regular checks on progress and help choosing strategies that fit everyday life.

People often come for help after a big life change, a loss, or when anxiety and low mood make day-to-day tasks harder. Alan aims to create an accepting, non-judgemental environment where someone can make sense of their situation and explore realistic steps forward.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Alan combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centred Therapy in ways that aim to be practical and relatable. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without being driven by them and focuses on choosing actions that matter to the person; it can help with anxiety, depression and life changes. Client-Centred Therapy centres on listening and empathy, giving people space to make sense of their experience and build self-understanding; it suits issues like grief, relationship concerns and low self-esteem.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Alan will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what feels useful, and then suggest techniques or blends of approaches. The choice is collaborative and can change as progress is made.

Practical benefits of working online include fitting therapy into a busy day and reducing travel time. Online sessions can make it easier to maintain regular contact and to continue work during relocations or travel. As the profile does not list specific session formats, confirm the available options before booking to find the arrangement that best fits your routine and needs.