Alison Hedger, BACP

Alison Hedger works in an integrative, person-centred way that places the client's needs first. Alison uses a mix of approaches to suit the person in front of them and helps people untangle difficult feelings and decisions. They aim to help people reconnect with themselves and find practical ways forward.

Alison draws primarily on Client-Centred Therapy and complements that with other approaches when helpful. Sessions focus on what the client brings each week so conversations follow the individual's priorities. The therapist listens with compassion and without judgement to help clients make sense of what they are feeling.

With four years' experience working in clinical settings since 2019, Alison has supported adults facing anxiety, depression and crisis. They have also worked with people coping with relationship problems in friendships, family dynamics and romantic partnerships. Clients may explore identity, sense of self and authenticity during therapy.

Alison often helps people look at their past when that seems useful to understand present patterns. That reflective work can reveal attachments, abandonment themes and other issues that affect day-to-day life. The therapist also addresses practical problems such as communication, boundary setting and coping strategies.

Sessions aim to move people toward greater clarity and decision-making that fits their values. Alison encourages taking small steps from session into everyday life, using gentle reflection and practical suggestions to support change.

How Alison's Approaches Translate to Online Work

Alison uses Client-Centred Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy as core ways of working. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's own goals and experience, with the therapist following what the client brings to the session and reflecting it back. Emotionally-Focused Therapy looks at emotions and attachment patterns to help people understand and change how they relate to others.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Alison will talk through the options with the client and adapt methods to fit each person's needs, goals and preferences. Together they decide what feels most useful and change the plan as work progresses.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find it helpful to schedule sessions around work or family commitments, and the therapist will discuss practical arrangements when you begin.