Alan Vann

• Stress and anxiety
• Grief and loss
• Self esteem work

About Alan

Alan Vann helps people work through stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and depression. He uses a conversational, problem-solving approach and adapts sessions to each person's circumstances. Alan is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and has 17 years of experience.

He listens to what is causing strain and helps clients break problems into manageable steps. Sessions focus on practical coping strategies, building confidence and finding small changes that make life easier. Alan also supports people dealing with bereavement and other losses, helping them find ways to carry on when routines are disrupted.

His style is straightforward. He asks clear questions and offers techniques that can be practised between sessions. The aim is to make everyday tasks and relationships less stressful and to rebuild a sense of control where it has been lost.

Alan draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to structure sessions, set goals and measure progress. He explains options and works with clients to choose what fits best for them. Regular reviews help make sure the work stays relevant and effective.

Clients can expect a calm, organised process that focuses on what they want to change. Alan encourages realistic, step-by-step efforts rather than quick fixes. Over time the work aims to reduce worry, lift mood and strengthen confidence for day-to-day life.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions

Alan uses evidence-based techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thinking patterns and building practical coping skills. Cognitive approaches involve identifying recurring thought patterns and testing them with real-life experiments, which can help with anxiety and low mood. Behavioural techniques focus on activity planning and graded exposure, helping people re-engage with daily tasks and reduce avoidance.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Alan will discuss goals and preferences at the start and review what helps as sessions progress. He aims to choose methods that fit the client's day-to-day life and adjusts the plan collaboratively where needed.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, limit travel time and allow shorter check-ins when that suits a work break. They also let people try techniques in the settings where problems occur and then bring observations to the next meeting for review.

Topics Alan lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Grief
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Coping with life changes

Questions about Alan

Does he work with anxiety?

Yes. He helps people manage stress and anxiety with practical coping strategies and step-by-step plans.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a conversational, problem-solving approach to set goals and track progress.

How much experience does he have?

He has 17 years of professional experience working with issues such as stress, grief, low self-esteem and depression.

Is he accredited and where is he based?

He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with him in another language?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Does he take international clients?

He does not currently accept international clients.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with him?

Select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.