About Alison
Alison French works from a person-centred approach that puts the client at the centre of the conversation. She focuses on creating a respectful, non-judgemental space where people can talk about stress, anxiety, relationship problems, and trauma. Alison uses straightforward language and practical tools to help people feel more able to cope and make changes.
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and has seven years of professional experience.
How Alison works
Alison tailors conversations and plans to each person’s needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all method. She aims to help people connect with their own strengths and choices. Alongside client-centred work, Alison draws on trauma-focused approaches when past hurt is getting in the way of daily life.
She also uses breath work to teach simple self-care practices and Focusing-Orientated Therapy to help people tune into body-felt feelings. These techniques are explained in plain terms and introduced at a pace that suits the person. Alison often helps with issues around guilt, shame, self-esteem and life purpose, including recovery after sexual assault and abuse.
Sessions are conversational and paced to what the person needs on that day. She supports people to notice repetitive patterns and try different ways of relating to themselves and others. People can expect a collaborative process where goals are negotiated together.
The emphasis is on small, achievable steps that build confidence and wellbeing over time.
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What Alison works with
The areas below are the ones Alison selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
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Training and background
| Register | BACP |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 7 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | United Kingdom |
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Online support options
How Alison blends person-centred and trauma-informed work online
Alison uses a client-centred approach that focuses on listening, respect and practical support. This method helps people name what matters to them and work at their own pace, which can be useful for stress, low self-esteem and relationship concerns.She also applies trauma-focused therapy when past experiences are affecting day-to-day life. This involves carefully attending to trauma-related reactions, building coping strategies, and helping people notice how old experiences show up in current patterns.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. Alison will collaborate with each person to decide whether client-centred methods, trauma-focused techniques, or a mix best meet their goals. She explains options plainly and adjusts the plan as needs change.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions can be a shorter check-in or useful when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or messaging suits people who prefer typing or need brief, ongoing support between sessions. These formats help fit therapy around work, childcare and travel commitments.
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