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Alexander "Alex" Curran, BACP, NCPS

Experienced UK therapist and coach
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship and family
  • Mindfulness and CBT

About Alexander "Alex" Curran

Alexander "Alex" Curran is a United Kingdom based therapist with 16 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, addictions, trauma and depression. He combines practical coaching for rehabilitation from injury, illness and fitness with established therapeutic approaches to support clients through high-pressure situations and major life transitions.

Alex works in a warm, straightforward manner and prioritises clear, accessible language so conversations remain focused and useful. His style is client-centered - moving at each person’s pace and responding to individual needs rather than relying on jargon or complex formulations. This approach aims to create a respectful working relationship in which concerns can be explored openly.

He draws on a range of clinical methods including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy to tailor sessions to the issues presented. His practice addresses a broad set of areas such as parenting and fatherhood issues, intimacy and attachment concerns, eating and sleeping difficulties, substance use, grief and compassion fatigue, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and career-related stress.

Curran holds BACP and NCPS credentials, reflecting recognition by professional counselling and psychotherapy bodies. He has experience working with people across life stages, from school-age children through to adults, and offers therapeutic support that balances practical strategies with emotional understanding. If someone is facing a difficult period or seeking guidance for personal change, Alex aims to provide an approachable, client-focused space to work through those challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Alexander "Alex" Curran have?

Alexander "Alex" Curran has 16 years of experience in counselling and coaching across a range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, family and relationship difficulties, PTSD and depression.

Is Alexander "Alex" Curran a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credentials BACP and NCPS.

In which languages does Alexander "Alex" Curran provide therapy?

Alexander "Alex" Curran provides therapy in English.

Where is Alexander "Alex" Curran located?

He is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Alexander "Alex" Curran as my therapist?

You can work with Alexander "Alex" Curran through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Alexander "Alex" Curran work with international clients?

Alexander "Alex" Curran does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alexander "Alex" Curran 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 with therapy 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 for you?

Many people consider whether seeing a therapist remotely will meet their needs. For a wide range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and life changes - online therapy can be an effective alternative to in-person sessions, offering many of the same therapeutic tools and approaches.

One major benefit is flexibility. People can choose the format that works best for them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to keep therapy consistent alongside work, family and other commitments. That adaptability often helps clients engage more reliably with the process.

Sessions are delivered by licensed professionals and therapists who use established therapeutic methods tailored to each person’s situation. If a different therapeutic fit is needed, clients generally have the option to switch therapists. For many individuals, remote therapy provides a practical, accessible way to receive professional support while balancing everyday life.

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