Alison is personable, friendly, funny, kind and knowledgeable. I enjoy my sessions and look forward to them every week!
Alison May, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Alison is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Alison. View 11 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Alison continues to be a wonderful example of how therapy can be positively transformative. She’s a fantastic example of a therapist. I thoroughly enjoy working with a woman so experienced, courteous and insightful as herself.
More about Alison
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
I'm an inclusive counsellor based in the UK. I have trained in an Integrative style of work, which means I have knowledge and experience in a range of therapeutic areas. I always try to meet you right where you are, and work flexibly to support you the best I can. I view therapy as a team approach, where we work together.
I believe you are the expert of your story. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I have experience working with a variety of issues, including anxiety, sexuality and gender, relationship problems, addiction, depression, trauma, wanting to move forward in life but not being sure how, self esteem, life changing diagnoses, etc.
I am a strong ally to people of colour and trans people. I also have lived personal experience and particular training/professional experience working with LBGT+ people and neurodiverse people, with a special interest in ADHD and Autism.
Specialties
LGBT
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Coping with life changes
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Depression
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hearing impaired
HIV / AIDS
Hoarding
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Multicultural concerns
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Visually impaired
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 396862 · Expires July 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Alison May
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Alison is personable, friendly, funny, kind and knowledgeable. I enjoy my sessions and look forward to them every week!
Alison continues to be a wonderful example of how therapy can be positively transformative. She’s a fantastic example of a therapist. I thoroughly enjoy working with a woman so experienced, courteous and insightful as herself.
Alison is always there when I need her and is very responsive and engaged
The more that I speak with Alison, the more comfortable I feel opening up and talking to her - she is funny, kind and listens to everything, without any judgement, and has really helped me deal with a variety of issues over the last year.
Alison continues to be an exemplary example of a therapist. She is one of the best things to happen to me and I can’t express my gratitude enough to her. To find a therapist with such skill, kindness and real empathy and compassion is hard! Alison made this feel so effortless. She’s truly a brilliant therapist.
Alison is by far the best therapist I have ever come across. I’ve tried many different therapists over the last 12 years and none of them has had the wisdom, knowledge, compassion and wit as Alison. She is so perceptive, so able to pick up on core issues that others would not and have not. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough.
I worked with Alison for a while, and circled back to her when I needed her again! She’s absolutely incredible and I couldn’t recommend her enough. From our first session she made me feel instantly comfortable and supported, which she continued to do throughout every session we had.
Been working with Alison for a whilst now and she’s fantastic. I have come so far and many of the things I struggled with feel so small now. I cope so well with so many of these issues she is so non-judgmental and truly wants the best for you. Can’t recommend her enough!
Made so much progress with Allison so far. Such a breath of fresh air to have such an experienced and insightful therapist. Clearly knows what she is talking about and is very thoughtful and sensitive when talking about difficult topics. Looking forward to working with her.
Alison is very caring, she listens and has helped me so much. She gives a lot of resources to help you manage with whats going on in your life, and personally I love people who help me see things in different perspectives.
Thank you so much for helping me work through all of this
Frequently asked questions
Does Alison May offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Alison May works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Alison May speak?
Alison May speaks English.
How many years of experience does Alison May have?
Alison May has 5 years of experience.
Where is Alison May licensed to practice?
Alison May is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Alison May accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Alison May accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Alison May offer?
Alison May offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Alison May?
Alison May can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Alison May?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.