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- Client-Centred Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
About Alison
BACP counsellor with four years of formal counselling experience. Alison Burgess helps with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, coping with life changes, relationship and career concerns, trauma and abuse, sleeping problems, anger, depression and ADHD. She uses Client-Centred Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems in her work.
Alison aims to make the first steps straightforward. Sessions focus on what is causing distress now and on small, practical changes a person can try between meetings. She listens with attention and then works collaboratively to identify priorities and short-term goals. The pace is set by the person seeking support.
Her approach draws on Client-Centred Therapy to centre the conversation on the person’s experience and values. Solution-Focused Therapy introduces goal-oriented ways to test what helps, and Internal Family Systems offers a way to name and work with different parts of a person’s internal life. These methods are used to help with symptoms and with everyday problems that get in the way of functioning.
Sessions can include problem-solving for immediate stress, planning around coping strategies, and exploring patterns that fuel low mood or anxiety. Alison also supports people dealing with grief, attachment issues, abandonment, caregiver stress and the emotional effects of illness such as cancer.
Work is practical and conversational. People who come with career, communication or commitment concerns will find a mix of coaching-style focus and therapeutic reflection. The emphasis is on clear steps, ongoing review and adjusting the approach when needed.
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Therapeutic approaches and remote work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's own experience and priorities. The counsellor follows the person's lead and reflects what is said to help clarify feelings and values. This approach is often used when someone needs space to make sense of strong emotions or life changes.Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on setting small, achievable goals and testing practical steps between meetings. It is useful for people who want focused, short-term change such as reducing anxiety symptoms or improving sleep. Internal Family Systems recognises different internal parts and works to understand how they relate, which can help with patterns like avoidance or overwhelming self-criticism.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Alison will collaborate with the person to decide which methods to use based on their goals and preferences. This includes reviewing progress and adjusting the plan if something is not helpful.
Confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals may use different remote methods, so check which formats are available before you schedule.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, sleeping problems, anger, depression, ADHD and life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, abandonment and caregiver stress.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The style is collaborative and practical. Sessions centre on the person's experience and set short-term goals to test what works.
How much experience does she have?
She holds four years of recorded counselling experience. Prior work in personal development and self-care informed this practise.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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