Alison Dace

BACP · United Kingdom

Straightforward support for stress and trauma

Experience

4 years

Practising in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Session type

Online only

About Alison

Alison Dace offers calm, direct support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, addiction or low mood. She writes in a straightforward way and helps clients talk through painful experiences. Alison makes space for honest conversation without judgement so people can start to feel steadier and more in control.

Alison works from the United Kingdom and brings four years of professional experience. She focuses on problems such as stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and depression.

Background and approach

She also helps people with issues connected to abandonment, attachment, body image and family of origin concerns. Sessions are practical and conversational. Alison listens to what is worrying you, helps you name patterns, and explores small changes you can try between meetings.

She aims to make goals clear and manageable so progress feels realistic. Her background includes registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. That means she follows nationally recognised standards for ethical practice and professional conduct.

Alison uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques in her work and adapts them to each person’s needs. People who choose Alison often want straightforward help to reduce anxiety, manage addictive urges, repair communication or cope after painful events. If you prefer a warm, matter-of-fact counsellor who focuses on clear steps and steady support, Alison may be a good fit.

What Alison works with

Primary focus

Also works with

Sessions & fees

How evidence-based approaches work online

Alison uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach is short-term problem-focused work that helps people identify unhelpful patterns, set small goals, and try new behaviours between sessions. This approach can be helpful for anxiety, stress and low mood.

Another helpful method is trauma-informed talking therapy that lets people safely recount difficult experiences and build coping strategies. This style emphasises pacing and managing emotional overwhelm so difficult memories feel less disruptive in daily life.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Alison will work with each person to decide which techniques fit best with their needs, goals and preferences. Together they review what is working and adjust the plan over time to keep progress moving.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls recreate a face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier during busy days. Live chat and text-based messaging allow shorter check-ins, on-the-go reflection, or writing out thoughts between scheduled sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving and travel while maintaining steady support.

Session length	Typically 50 minutes
Client ages	Adults, 18 and over
Fees	Subscription via BetterHelp, cancel anytime
Insurance	Not billed directly

Questions people ask

What concerns does Alison usually address?

She helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and depression. Additional focus areas include attachment, codependency, body image and family of origin issues.

How would she describe her therapeutic style?

Sessions are practical and conversational with an emphasis on naming patterns and trying small changes. The aim is clear, manageable goals rather than long lists of abstract techniques.

What is her professional background?

Alison has four years of professional experience working with people on stress, anxiety, addictions and trauma-related concerns. She creates an open space for honest conversation.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

Alison is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are offered?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Therapy is delivered through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How does someone begin working with Alison?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.