Alexandra has been an essential part of my journey to recover from my mental health issues. She has been incredibly open and understanding and professional. I felt that I could immediately open up to her as she has a very kind and accepting approach to people and their struggles.
Alexandra Skan, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Alexandra is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Alexandra. View 1 review
- Great news, Alexandra is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
More about Alexandra
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
Hello and a warm welcome, I am fully qualified registered member of the BACP in the UK with 4 years of professional counselling work experience. I also have 12 years of extensive experience in helping clients to cope with and overcome addictions and substance misuse. An area I am truly passionate about.
Along with this I am experienced in working with trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem and confidence, depression and anxiety, stress, relationship/family issues, domestic abuse and life changes. I always work with my clients to create an open, comfortable and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, My approach combines cognitive-behavioural, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapy. I aim to help you get the very best out of your therapy sessions, so I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
Taking the first step into exploring the difficulties and challenges you are facing takes courage and can feel daunting. I am here to help and be there alongside you each step of the way on your therapy journey so that you can live the happier and more fulfilling life that you truly deserve.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Control issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 402440 · Expires April 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 Alexandra Skan
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Alexandra has been an essential part of my journey to recover from my mental health issues. She has been incredibly open and understanding and professional. I felt that I could immediately open up to her as she has a very kind and accepting approach to people and their struggles.
Frequently asked questions
Does Alexandra Skan offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Alexandra Skan 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 Alexandra Skan speak?
Alexandra Skan speaks English.
How many years of experience does Alexandra Skan have?
Alexandra Skan has 4 years of experience.
Where is Alexandra Skan licensed to practice?
Alexandra Skan is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Alexandra Skan accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Alexandra Skan 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 Alexandra Skan offer?
Alexandra Skan offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Alexandra Skan?
Alexandra Skan 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 Alexandra Skan?
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.