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Alexander "Alex" Curran, BACP, NCPS

Alexander "Alex" Curran brings 16 years of counselling experience to his work in the United Kingdom.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
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About Alexander

Alexander "Alex" Curran brings 16 years of counselling experience to his work in the United Kingdom. He greets people warmly and keeps language simple so sessions feel easy to follow. Alex focuses on helping people who are anxious, low in mood, struggling with relationships, or coping with major life changes.

He also supports those facing addiction, trauma, grief and issues with sleep or eating. Before moving into independent practice Alex spent many years working in high-pressure settings and offering coaching around rehabilitation and fitness.

Background and approach

His credentials include BACP and NCPS, which are listed to indicate professional registration and standards. He works in English and does not take international clients. Alex adopts a person-centred style that aims to move at each client's pace.

He avoids technical jargon and uses plain language during sessions. This helps people feel understood and able to talk through sensitive topics without feeling overwhelmed. He uses a range of practical approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, mindfulness and solution-focused techniques, alongside trauma-informed work where needed.

Sessions typically focus on small, manageable steps that fit day-to-day life and goals. People come to Alex for help with parenting stresses, family difficulties, work pressure, self-esteem and attachment concerns. He also supports those affected by first responder roles, caregiving strain and compassion fatigue.

He combines listening with practical strategies to help people move forward. To begin, prospective clients choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to therapist availability. Sessions are offered via video, phone, live chat or text messaging.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	393937	October 2026
NCPS	NCS22-01422	April 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Alexander lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Addictions
LGBT
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Attachment issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hearing impaired
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Money and financial issues
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Ways of working Alexander names

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How Alex uses therapy approaches online

Alex commonly combines client-centred work with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and mindfulness techniques. Client-centred therapy focuses on listening without judgement and following the individual's pace, which helps people feel heard and understood. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and teaches practical steps to change patterns that cause distress. Mindfulness therapy encourages present-moment awareness and simple exercises to reduce stress and improve sleep.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will talk through your goals and preferences and try methods that suit your situation. Over time the plan can be adjusted so the work feels relevant and manageable for you.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited, and messaging or live chat can fit short check-ins or busy schedules. These options help people fit therapy around work, family and daily life while using the approaches that best meet their needs.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems can be addressed in sessions?

Alex works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma and grief. He also helps with relationship strain, parenting and career-related stress.

How would you describe the therapeutic style?

The approach is person-centred and conversational, using plain language and a steady pace. Practical tools from CBT, mindfulness and solution-focused methods are used when helpful.

What is Alex's professional background?

He has 16 years of experience, including work in high-pressure environments and coaching for rehabilitation and fitness. This background informs a practical, down-to-earth way of working.

Where is the therapist based and what credentials are listed?

He practises in the United Kingdom and lists BACP and NCPS among his credentials. Sessions are conducted in English.

Can I have sessions in another language or from abroad?

Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions are billed through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.