Alison Preston, BACP
Alison Preston helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood, grief and anger.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
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About Alison
Alison Preston helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood, grief and anger. She also supports people dealing with relationship concerns, sleep and eating difficulties, low self-esteem and life changes. Alison works with straightforward language and a calm manner to make first steps feel less daunting.
She draws on eight years of experience and holds BACP registration, which means she follows professional standards set by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Background and approach
Sessions aim to be practical and focused on what matters most to each person. Alison listens first, then works with each client to set small, manageable goals. Her approach blends talking therapy styles.
She uses client-centred ways of working to build understanding and keep the person’s experience central. Cognitive behavioural techniques are applied to spot unhelpful thinking and try out new patterns that reduce anxiety and lift mood. Mindfulness is offered to help people notice thoughts and feelings without getting swept up by them.
Solution-focused steps are used when clients want brief, goal-oriented sessions to make change faster. Some psychodynamic ideas are drawn on to look at repeated patterns and early influences when that feels useful. Alison aims to create a warm, non-judgemental space where people can talk openly.
She encourages steady progress through clear steps and practical tools. Prospective clients can expect a patient, respectful counsellor who works alongside them to find what helps.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 221819 | February 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Alison works with
Everything Alison lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Anger management
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
Approaches Alison lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Finding the best approach is part of the work together. Alison will talk through what matters to you, try different ways of working and adjust the focus as goals and needs change. That collaborative process helps identify whether more short-term, solution-focused work or deeper exploration is most helpful.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation without travel, phone sessions can be a good fit when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text-based messaging suits quick check-ins or people who prefer typing. These options make it easier to fit sessions around work, caring duties or travel, and they allow continuity when life is busy.
Frequently asked
What issues does Alison help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, relationship concerns, family issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, self-esteem problems and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and client-centred, with an emphasis on listening first and working together to set practical, manageable goals.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
Alison has eight years of experience working in counselling and psychotherapy settings and uses that background to guide session structure and support.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is registered with BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts clients from outside the United Kingdom.
What session formats does she offer?
Therapy can be delivered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are costs and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a therapy course with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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