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Alan Vann, BACP

Online sessions across the UK 17+ years in practice

Alan Vann helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood and the effects of loss.

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About Alan

Alan Vann helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood and the effects of loss. He is approachable and calm, and aims to make talking about difficult things as straightforward as possible. Alan is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and brings 17 years of experience to his work.

He focuses on the everyday problems that make life harder. That includes low self-esteem, trouble finding motivation, grief and major life changes.

Background and approach

Alan listens first, then works with each person to set practical goals that feel achievable. Sessions are shaped around what each person needs. He adapts conversation and techniques so they fit how someone prefers to work.

The aim is to build skills for coping and to help people feel more in control of daily life. Alan describes his role as supportive and empowering. He gives straightforward feedback and helps people try out new ways of thinking and acting between sessions.

Progress is measured in small steps that add up over time. People who want a calm, respectful counsellor will find a clear structure in his approach. He encourages honest conversation and helps people plan the next steps for change.

Alan is based in the United Kingdom and works in English.

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BACP 56783 July 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

What Alan works with

Everything Alan lists, in their own terms.

Online support

Alan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try out new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce anxiety and low mood. Another approach centres on building coping skills and small routines to manage stress, motivation and day-to-day functioning. These methods suit people who want clear steps and exercises to practise between sessions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss what feels most useful, try different techniques and refine the plan based on your needs, goals and preferences. That way each person helps shape the work and chooses what fits their life.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls let you have a face-to-face conversation when a visual connection helps. Phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited or a session needs to fit into a short break. Live chat and text messaging make it easier to check in between calls or for people who prefer typing. These options make therapy more accessible while keeping the focus on practical support and progress.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Alan commonly help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes.

What is his general therapy style?

Alan listens carefully and uses plain language to set practical goals and coping strategies suited to each person.

How much experience does he have?

He has 17 years of professional experience supporting people with emotional and adjustment difficulties.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Alan works via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging.

How do costs and payments work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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