Alexander "Alex" Curran, BACP, NCPS

Alexander "Alex" Curran is a United Kingdom based counsellor with 16 years of experience supporting people through anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties and challenging life transitions. He has worked extensively with issues such as addictions, family struggles, PTSD and depression, and he also brings experience in high pressure situations and rehabilitation coaching for injury, illness and fitness.

Alex practises in a person-centered way, meeting each client at their own pace and avoiding technical jargon that can get in the way of progress. His style is approachable and grounded, focused on helping people feel understood and build practical ways to manage emotions and behaviour. He has worked with clients across the age range - from primary school aged children to adults - and aims to create a calm supportive space where thoughts and feelings can be explored.

He holds BACP and NCPS credentials, which indicate recognised professional registration in counselling and psychotherapy. Alex encourages people to seek help when they need it and offers practical, compassionate support to help them move toward greater wellbeing.

Approaches that guide online therapeutic work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the individual’s own experience and personal strengths. It involves active listening and empathy, helping people feel heard while they explore emotions, identity and relationships - useful for low mood, self-esteem and relationship difficulties.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It offers practical strategies to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and build coping skills, making it effective for anxiety, depression and stress-related problems.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness and grounding practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation. It can help with worry, sleep difficulties and coping with intense feelings.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Alex works collaboratively with clients to choose what fits best. He will discuss goals, preferences and practical needs together with the client and adapt methods as therapy progresses.

Online therapy offers flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging - which helps people access support around work, family or mobility constraints. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to fit therapy into everyday life.