Alan Clucas, BACP

Alan Clucas uses a client-centred way of working to help people make sense of difficult moments. He draws on twelve years of practice and a BACP credential to offer steady, straightforward support. He speaks English and works with people across the United Kingdom and beyond.

Alan focuses on common and complex concerns. These include addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar difficulties, anxiety and depression. He also helps people facing major life changes, parenting strain, grief and issues with intimacy and self‑esteem. His wider interests cover anger, career stress, sleeping and eating problems, and compassion fatigue.

Sessions are built around the person in front of him. He starts by listening to what matters most and then follows the client’s pace. Motivational interviewing techniques are used when someone wants to make a change but feels stuck. Somatic approaches help when stress and trauma show up in the body rather than only in thoughts.

People can expect practical, plain-speaking conversations. Alan aims to highlight strengths and small steps that move things forward. He supports people who want clearer direction, relief from symptoms, or help finding purpose after loss or upheaval.

Therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Clients choose the format that fits their life and schedule. To begin, use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and book a session time that suits you.

How these approaches work in online sessions

Alan uses client-centred therapy to place the person's experience at the heart of sessions. This approach means the counsellor listens closely, reflects what is said and follows the client’s priorities to build trust and clarity. It is helpful for people who want empathic understanding and a steady process for making sense of their situation.

Motivational interviewing is used when change feels important but difficult. It focuses on drawing out a person’s own reasons for change and reducing resistance by asking curious, non‑judgemental questions. This approach is useful for addictions, lifestyle changes and situations where someone feels stuck.

Somatic therapy pays attention to physical sensations and how stress appears in the body. It can help when trauma or anxiety is experienced as tension, dissociation or sleep problems rather than only thoughts. Techniques are adapted for online delivery so people can notice bodily signals and work with them during sessions.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and what has helped or not helped before, then try methods that fit the person best. Adjustments are made as needed so the work stays relevant and practical.

Online therapy offers flexibility and makes it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. Video calls allow face‑to‑face discussion and visual cues, phone sessions are useful for low bandwidth or when a short check‑in is needed, and live chat or text messaging can support ongoing reflection between longer appointments. Many people find this mix helps therapy continue consistently around work, family and travel commitments.