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Alison Bubbins, BACP

Credentials
BACP
Experience
3 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issues

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Alison Bubbins offers practical support for people facing stress, anxiety, depression and life changes. She helps with trauma, grief, parenting pressures, sleep problems, addiction and issues around intimacy and identity. Alison is welcoming of LGBT concerns and works with neurodiversity needs such as ADHD and autism.

She brings a down-to-earth presence to sessions and encourages honesty and real conversation. Alison uses an integrative approach that adapts to each person. She draws on person-centred ideas, cognitive behavioural methods and psychodynamic thinking to shape sessions around the individual's needs.

Background and approach

Sessions are collaborative - she works with people rather than imposing a fixed plan. Humour is used where it helps and respect for different lifestyles is central. With three years' experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - BACP - Alison balances professional care with a relaxed style.

She aims to create a space where people feel seen and can talk without judgement. That attitude helps people who are dealing with shame, body image worries, relationship strain or the emotional toll of caregiving. Alison also supports people managing bipolar symptoms, compassion fatigue and career-related stress.

She will gently explore patterns such as attachment or abandonment concerns and help with practical coping tools. For people wanting to talk about kink, alternative sex culture or sexuality, she offers an affirming, non‑judgemental conversation. Sessions are offered in English and Alison accepts clients across the United Kingdom and internationally.

Her practice uses online formats including video calls, phone, live chat and text messaging to provide flexible ways to connect.

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions

Alison blends person-centred ways of working with cognitive behavioural techniques and psychodynamic ideas. Person-centred work focuses on listening closely and building a trusting, non-judgemental relationship so people can talk openly about what matters. Cognitive behavioural techniques look at patterns of thought and behaviour and use practical steps to reduce anxiety or improve sleep. Psychodynamic ideas help uncover repeated emotional patterns and attachment issues that affect current relationships and reactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Alison will discuss options with each person and try methods that match their goals and preferences. Decisions about approach happen together and can change as therapy progresses to suit what is most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls allow more visual connection and richer conversation, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a camera is not wanted, and live chat or text messaging can suit quick check-ins or people who prefer typing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life and other commitments.
What problems does Alison help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief. Other areas include parenting strain, addictions, sleep problems, self esteem and relationship or intimacy-related issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Alison works in a down-to-earth, collaborative way and uses humour when it fits. Sessions focus on honesty, respect and meeting each person where they are.
What is her background and experience?
She has three years' experience supporting people with a wide range of emotional and practical issues. Her approach combines different therapeutic ideas to suit each person's needs.
What credentials and location are listed?
Alison is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Work is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by clicking the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

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Experience
3 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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