Counsellor profile
Alexander "Alex" Curran, BACP, NCPS
United Kingdom
BACP NCPS counsellor - Anger and relationships
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- CredentialsBACP, NCPS
- RegistrationBACP, United Kingdom / 393937; NCPS, United Kingdom / NCS22-01422
- Experience16 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationUnited Kingdom
About
- CBT methods
- Mindfulness tools
- Solution-focused work
About Alexander
Alexander "Alex" Curran is a BACP and NCPS-registered counsellor in the United Kingdom with 16 years of experience. He works with common life stresses such as anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting challenges and anger. He also offers support for trauma, addictions and sleep or eating issues. Sessions are straightforward and focused on practical steps rather than clinical jargon.
Alex keeps language simple and direct. He prefers short, clear conversations that help people spot patterns and try different ways of responding. He describes his style as client-centred, meeting people at a pace that suits them rather than pushing a set agenda.
In practice he uses a mix of approaches including cognitive behavioural ideas, mindfulness and solution-focused techniques. These are used to help with things like managing strong emotions, improving communication, and breaking unhelpful habits. He can also work with grief, intimacy-related concerns and career stress.
Alex has experience supporting people after traumatic events and in high-pressure contexts. He has provided coaching for rehabilitation, and he pays attention to attachment and family dynamics when they matter to the presenting issue. He also works with issues such as ADHD, compassion fatigue and fatherhood concerns.
Sessions are practical and aim to build new ways of handling difficult moments. The process starts with a short assessment to identify priorities, then moves toward small, achievable changes. People looking to begin are invited to use the platform steps to match and schedule an initial session.
How sessions work
How his approaches work for online sessions
Alexander integrates client-centred work with cognitive behavioural techniques and mindfulness. Client-centred work focuses on listening and shaping sessions around what matters most to the person. CBT looks at thoughts and behaviours and offers practical experiments to test different responses. Mindfulness teaches attention and grounding skills that can help with strong emotions and sleep or eating difficulties.Choosing the right mix of approaches is collaborative. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences and suggest which methods to try first. That decision can change over time as progress and needs become clearer.
The platform asks you to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The therapist will explain which session formats are available when you book, so please confirm current options before arranging sessions. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow quieter check-ins that do not need video, and let people practise new skills between meetings.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and family issues, plus trauma, addictions and sleep or eating concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a client-centred style with clear, plain language and a practical focus. Conversations aim to identify patterns and try manageable changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has 16 years of counselling experience, including work with trauma, high-pressure situations and rehabilitation coaching.
What credentials and where is he based?
He is listed with BACP and NCPS and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A registration can be checked with the body that issued it.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.