Alan Wake, BACP

Alan Wake is a therapist who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, low motivation, self-esteem and confidence issues, and depression. He works with clients who feel stuck and helps them explore the factors that maintain their difficulties so they can move forward with greater clarity and purpose. He applies practical, evidence-informed methods in collaboration with each person to address immediate concerns while building longer-term coping skills.

Alan has substantial experience working with undergraduate and postgraduate students, both local and international, and enjoys working with people from a wide range of backgrounds and ages. He treats everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion, and focuses on helping clients deepen self-understanding so they can unlock potential and pursue personal growth. He holds the BACP credential - registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy in the United Kingdom - which reflects his standing with a national professional body.

Evidence-informed approaches for online therapy and support

Alan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that include practical cognitive and behavioral strategies to help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop skills to manage mood, anxiety and day-to-day stress. These approaches focus on clear, manageable steps to change unhelpful behaviours and improve coping in everyday life.

He also draws on trauma-informed methods that prioritise pacing, safety and gradual processing for people affected by trauma and abuse, helping them rebuild a sense of stability and agency. In addition, attachment-focused work can help clients explore relationship patterns, improve communication and address difficulties such as loneliness, shame and interpersonal conflict.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Alan will work with each person to identify which techniques best suit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses. Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit support around study, work and family life while maintaining continuity of care.