- Integrative approach
- Focus on identity
- Compassionate support
About Alison
Alison Hedger is an integrative counsellor who works mainly in a person-centred way. Ali believes people hold many of their own answers and that therapy is a place to untangle feelings and rebuild a clearer sense of self. Sessions are guided by what the client wants to bring, with the counsellor offering tools and ideas as needed.
Ali trained in Humanistic Integrative counselling over six years and has practised in a clinical setting since February 2019. Over that time, Ali has worked with adults facing issues from anxiety and depression to suicidal feelings and crisis situations. Relationship difficulties are a common focus, including friendships, family strains and romantic problems.
Alison pays attention to identity and sense of self, helping people reconnect with who they are and what matters to them. This can include looking at earlier life experiences to understand current patterns and feelings. Work often aims to increase emotional awareness and practical choices that feel true to the person.
Sessions emphasise compassion and a non-judgemental attitude, giving people time to reflect and try things out between meetings. Alison draws on other methods alongside a person-centred approach when helpful, tailoring the work to each person’s needs.
Ali lists particular interest in areas such as stress, codependency, trauma and addictions, and also supports those dealing with grief, anger and body image concerns. The practise is based in the United Kingdom and sessions are held in English.
How Alison's approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, reflecting and following the person's lead so they can find their own answers. Online work using this approach concentrates on clear, empathic listening and helping people bring their agenda each session. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people recognise and name feelings in relationships and within themselves, aiming to shift how they respond to emotional states. Used online, EFT can support work around attachment, connection and codependency issues.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Alison will collaborate with each person to decide which methods feel most helpful for their goals and preferences. That decision is reviewed as therapy progresses so the work stays practical and relevant.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by removing travel time or making shorter check-ins possible between other commitments. It also allows people to continue sessions if they move within the United Kingdom. Ask about current session arrangements when you book so you can plan what suits your routine.
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
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Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of difficulties does this counsellor help with?
Common concerns include stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, trauma and addictions. Additional focus areas include codependency, attachment and body image problems.
How would Alison describe their therapeutic style?
The approach is mainly person-centred, meaning the client sets the agenda each session while the counsellor responds with empathy and practical tools. Alison also draws on emotionally focused and psychodynamic ideas when helpful.
What background and experience does the counsellor have?
Alison trained in Humanistic Integrative counselling over six years and has worked in a clinical setting since February 2019, giving about four years of professional experience.
What credentials and where is the practise located?
Alison is registered with the BACP, shown as BACP. The practise is based in the United Kingdom.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify the formats used. Check the booking details to know whether sessions are online, in person or by phone.
How are fees handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with this counsellor?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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