Leave your preconceptions about therapy and therapists at the next full stop.
Good, now we have a clean slate.
I am human first, therapist second and I may even share some of your struggles. Sure, I’ve got the certificates to back it up, and if you're curious I can share those, however what really matters is our therapeutic relationship.
My approach is tailored to YOU with a very honest, authentic style and the fluffy ‘therapy speak’ is kept to a minimum. Sure, I can be empathic and sit with you in your time of need, but I want it to feel genuine for you.
As I mentioned, I’m human first. I love sport and keeping myself active. I love art, music and being in sunny destinations. I also have a family who I annoy!
So now you know: I am Alexis - but you can, of course, Call Me Al.
Contact Me
There are many ways you can contact me so choose which method is best for you, links to my website, email and the ability to book an intro call are all at the top of the page. The fact you’re on this directory considering help already means you’ve taken the bravest of steps to seek support. I look forward to hearing from you. Al.
I’m a qualified integrative counsellor with a CPCAB Level 4 Diploma, specialist couples training, and over 600 hours of counselling experience. I’ve worked in NHS primary care and a youth charity, supported people in crisis on Shout, and previously trained as a workplace mediator.
Full Certifications: CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills The HACP Playbook: The Comprehensive Guide to Working with Couples Human Givens College CPD - Couples therapy – a practical masterclass Mediation in the work place - ACAS
I specialise mostly in the support of adults and couples facing challenges like anxiety, anger, ADHD, depression, panic, OCD, grief, self-esteem, self-harm, affairs, and infidelity.
I work especially well with men, drawing on both clinical training and my own experience of learning to face and understand difficult emotions. I know how tough it can be to open up — my approach is honest, grounded, and focused on helping you cut through the shame, pressure, or confusion and actually make progress.