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Alison French, BACP

Alison French works from a person-centred way, meeting people where they are and following their lead.

About Alison

Alison French works from a person-centred way, meeting people where they are and following their lead. She uses gentle, practical methods to help with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and self-esteem. Alison writes simply and kindly, and aims to make sessions easy to understand for worried parents and busy people.

She draws on seven years of professional experience and uses trauma-focused practices when needed. Sessions are tailored to what matters most to the individual.

Background and approach

Conversations focus on what is happening now and on small steps that can make daily life feel steadier. Alison describes herself as compassionate and non-judgemental. She makes space for people to talk about painful memories, guilt, shame or issues such as sexual assault and abuse.

Breath work and Focusing-Oriented Therapy can be introduced as practical tools to help manage strong feelings and to reconnect with the body. Her approach treats each person as the expert of their life. That means listening closely and supporting people to find their own solutions rather than imposing a fixed plan.

The work often aims to strengthen self-love, confidence and a clearer sense of life purpose. Sessions are offered in English and Alison accepts international clients. She uses a subscription model for bookings that can be cancelled at any time.

To start, a short matching questionnaire is completed and sessions are scheduled according to availability.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	394755	November 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

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Ways of working Alison names

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How person-centred and trauma-focused work translates online

Alison uses a person-centred approach that puts the individual's experience at the heart of the work. This means the counsellor listens closely, follows what matters to the client, and helps them make decisions about their own progress. It is useful for issues like low self-esteem, life purpose and relationship worries.

She also uses trauma-focused therapy when people are working through past harm. That approach focuses on understanding how past events affect daily feelings and reactions, and on practical steps to reduce distress. Techniques such as breath work and Focusing help people manage intense emotions and reconnect with bodily signals.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and is decided together. The therapist will talk through goals, preferences and day-to-day needs, then suggest which methods to try first. Work can be adjusted as things change so the plan stays relevant and manageable.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a shorter break, live chat suits quick check-ins, and messaging can help maintain steady support between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy around family life, work and travel.

Frequently asked

What concerns can Alison help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and low self-esteem. Additional focus includes guilt and shame, life purpose, self-love, and sexual assault and abuse.

How would you describe the therapy style?

Her practice is person-centred and trauma-focused. That means sessions follow the client's pace and include specific trauma-informed techniques when needed.

What is her professional background?

She has seven years of professional experience working with people on stress, anxiety, trauma and related concerns. Her work blends listening with practical tools like breath work and Focusing.

What credentials and region are listed?

Her credential is BACP, and her practice is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can she work internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. She accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

She works via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Alison?

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