Alan Opfer, BACP
Person-centered therapist specializing in addiction recovery
- Addiction and substance support
- Person-centered therapy
- Mindfulness and solution-focused
About Alan Opfer
Alan Opfer is a United Kingdom based therapist with three years of professional experience and formal recognition from the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He brings focused expertise in supporting people through alcohol and substance use challenges, including pre- and post-detoxification care, binge use, harm-reduction strategies, controlled use approaches, and practical coping techniques.
Over time he has broadened his practice to address a wide range of mental health concerns and disorders, working with issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, career pressures, and depression. His additional clinical interests include attachment and abandonment issues, adoption and foster care dynamics, personality-related concerns, caregiving stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication and commitment problems, and work with LGBTQ clients and alternative sexual cultures.
Alan also has experience as a housing support worker and is registered with the SSSC - the Scottish Social Services Council - which has given him practical knowledge of multi-disciplinary clinical and community supports. That background informs a collaborative approach to coordinating care and linking clients with wider resources.
Alan speaks from lived experience of addiction and periods of poor mental health, having sought therapy and intervention himself. That perspective shaped his decision to pursue helping others through recovery and fuels a nonjudgmental, committed way of working. He practices from a person-centered stance, acknowledging the client as the primary agent of change and shaping therapy around each person’s unique needs. He draws on client-centered methods alongside mindfulness-based techniques and solution-focused strategies to create practical, tailored support.
Alan is accepting clients and aims to offer supportive, practical therapy delivered with professional standards and genuine empathy.
Over time he has broadened his practice to address a wide range of mental health concerns and disorders, working with issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, career pressures, and depression. His additional clinical interests include attachment and abandonment issues, adoption and foster care dynamics, personality-related concerns, caregiving stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication and commitment problems, and work with LGBTQ clients and alternative sexual cultures.
Alan also has experience as a housing support worker and is registered with the SSSC - the Scottish Social Services Council - which has given him practical knowledge of multi-disciplinary clinical and community supports. That background informs a collaborative approach to coordinating care and linking clients with wider resources.
Alan speaks from lived experience of addiction and periods of poor mental health, having sought therapy and intervention himself. That perspective shaped his decision to pursue helping others through recovery and fuels a nonjudgmental, committed way of working. He practices from a person-centered stance, acknowledging the client as the primary agent of change and shaping therapy around each person’s unique needs. He draws on client-centered methods alongside mindfulness-based techniques and solution-focused strategies to create practical, tailored support.
Alan is accepting clients and aims to offer supportive, practical therapy delivered with professional standards and genuine empathy.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Alan Opfer have?
Alan Opfer has three years of professional experience.
Is Alan Opfer a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the BACP credential - membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Alan Opfer provide therapy?
Alan provides therapy in English.
Where is Alan Opfer located?
Alan is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Alan Opfer as my therapist?
Clients can work with Alan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Alan Opfer work with international clients?
Alan Opfer does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Alan Opfer cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people consider remote therapy when facing common life and mental health challenges. For concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional face-to-face sessions for many clients.One of the clearest benefits is flexibility - clients can connect in the way that suits them best, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. That range of options can make it easier to maintain consistency and to fit therapeutic work into daily life.
Therapists offering remote care are licensed professionals who aim to provide the same therapeutic approaches and clinical standards as in-person work, and clients may choose a different therapist at any time if they want a different fit. For many people, online therapy offers a practical, effective route to emotional support and personal growth.