Alison Hedger, BACP

Alison draws on person-centred and emotionally-focused approaches to help people connect with their feelings and relationships. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening without judgement and following what the person brings to each session, which suits people who need time to find clarity. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at patterns in how people experience and express emotions in relationships and can help when attachment, connection and communication are the focus. Psychodynamic ideas are also used to look at how past experiences can shape present feelings and behaviours.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Alison will work with each person to identify goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and will adjust methods as therapy progresses so the work stays relevant and practical.

Online sessions give practical flexibility. Video calls make it easier to have a fuller conversation when face-to-face contact matters. Phone sessions suit people who prefer not to be on camera or have limited bandwidth. Live chat and text-based messaging allow for shorter check-ins, more frequent contact, or a way to write things out when that feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and daily life, and to continue work even when schedules change.