Alison Hedger, BACP
Integrative person-centred therapist
- Person-centred focus
- Experience with trauma
- Online sessions available
About Alison Hedger
Alison Hedger is an integrative therapist who blends several therapeutic approaches to shape sessions around each person’s needs. They work from the belief that individuals often hold the resources to find their own answers and that the therapist’s role is to walk alongside clients, helping to untangle personal stories and reconnect with feelings. Working primarily in a person-centred way, Alison invites clients to bring their own agenda to each session and then draws on other tools when these may support the process.
Alison trained in Humanistic Integrative counselling over a six-year course and has worked in a clinical setting since February 2019. They have supported adults through a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, anger, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. Additional areas of focus include attachment and abandonment issues, blended family challenges, body image, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and commitment problems, divorce and separation, domestic violence, and drug and alcohol addiction.
Compassion, non-judgement and allowing space for reflection are central to Alison’s practice. When appropriate, they will explore past experiences to help make sense of the present and support clients in reconnecting with their identity and values so they can make choices that sit true to who they are. Alison holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Alison trained in Humanistic Integrative counselling over a six-year course and has worked in a clinical setting since February 2019. They have supported adults through a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, anger, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. Additional areas of focus include attachment and abandonment issues, blended family challenges, body image, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and commitment problems, divorce and separation, domestic violence, and drug and alcohol addiction.
Compassion, non-judgement and allowing space for reflection are central to Alison’s practice. When appropriate, they will explore past experiences to help make sense of the present and support clients in reconnecting with their identity and values so they can make choices that sit true to who they are. Alison holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Psychodynamic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Alison Hedger have?
Alison Hedger has 4 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Alison Hedger a registered therapist?
Yes. They hold the BACP credential. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Registration details were not provided.
In which languages does Alison Hedger provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Alison Hedger located?
Alison is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Alison Hedger as my therapist?
You can work with Alison Hedger through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Alison Hedger work with international clients?
Alison Hedger does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Alison Hedger cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist'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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches Alison uses and online support
Alison draws on established approaches to guide online sessions in ways that suit each person. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgemental space where the client sets the agenda and the therapist provides empathy and unconditional positive regard - this can help with issues like low self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on understanding and reshaping emotional responses within relationships, making it useful for couples or for people working through attachment and loss. Psychodynamic Therapy explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings and behaviours, which can be helpful when looking at recurring relationship difficulties or long-standing emotional struggles.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Alison works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and personal preferences, and may integrate techniques from different models as the work progresses. This collaborative stance aims to create a programme of support that feels relevant and effective for the individual.
Online therapy with Alison is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, allow access from different locations within the United Kingdom, and make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family or other commitments.