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Alison French, BACP

Person-centred UK therapist for trauma and anxiety
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Self esteem support

About Alison French

Alison French is a UK-licensed counsellor with seven years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and issues with self-esteem. She works with clients on concerns such as guilt, shame, life purpose, self-love and recovery from sexual assault and abuse, and adapts her approach to meet each person’s individual needs and goals. Alison values treating everyone with sensitivity, respect and compassion, and aims to create a calm, non-judgemental environment where clients can explore what matters to them.

Trained and practising in person-centred methods, Alison believes each person is the expert on their own life and focuses on helping clients access their own inner resources. Her work takes a holistic stance, drawing on breath work to support everyday self-care and Focusing-Orientated Therapy to help people notice and shift patterns that leave them feeling stuck. These practices are offered alongside conversational therapy to help clients gain new perspectives and build practical coping skills.

Alison tailors dialogue and treatment plans to reflect the unique context of each client’s life, supporting them as they take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling and engaged life. She holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects her professional training and commitment to the counselling field.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

Guilt and shameLife purposeSelf-loveSexual assault and abuse

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Alison French have?

Alison has seven years of professional experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.

Is Alison French a registered therapist?

Yes. Alison holds the BACP credential, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Alison French provide therapy?

Alison provides therapy in English.

Where is Alison French located?

Alison is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Alison French as my therapist?

You can work with Alison through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Alison French work with international clients?

Yes, Alison works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alison French cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and Alison’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches for online healing and resilience

Alison uses client-centred therapy, which places the client’s experience at the heart of the work. This approach involves attentive listening, empathy and support to help people clarify their values, make choices and draw on their own strengths - it is often helpful for stress, relationship concerns and building self-esteem.

She also draws on trauma-focused therapy to address the impacts of traumatic experiences. This work concentrates on understanding how trauma affects emotions, thoughts and behaviour and offers structured ways to process painful memories and reduce their hold on daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Alison works collaboratively with each person to determine what best fits their needs, goals and preferences. She assesses how different methods might be combined or adapted and invites clients to give feedback so the plan evolves together.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy or geographically dispersed clients. Video calls and phone sessions preserve the feel of a conversation, while live chat and text-based messaging provide flexible, lower-intensity ways to stay in touch between sessions. Working online makes it easier to arrange appointments around work, family and travel, and allows people to access registered professionals from wherever they are.

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