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Alex Hayes, BACP

BACP counsellor focusing on recovery and relationships
  • Addiction recovery support
  • Trauma informed care
  • Client centred guidance

About Alex Hayes

Alex Hayes is a BACP-registered counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. He has worked in counselling centres, addiction treatment settings, and private practice in Cape Town, Belgium, and London, bringing a range of clinical settings into his work.

He practices from a person-centred, client-guided perspective - walking alongside people as they identify and build the changes they want. He aims to offer a non-judgemental space while providing challenge when it supports progress, collaborating with each person to develop practical, sustainable steps forward. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.

Before training as a therapist, he held several corporate roles in London. After facing and working through his own experience with addiction, he moved to Cape Town to retrain and committed to supporting others in their recovery and personal growth. That personal journey informs his empathy and understanding for people working through very difficult periods, and he focuses on helping others move toward brighter, more manageable places in their lives.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Alex Hayes have?

He has three years of professional experience in counselling and related clinical settings.

Is Alex Hayes a licensed therapist?

Yes. He is registered with BACP. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

In which languages does Alex Hayes provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Alex Hayes located?

He is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Alex Hayes as my therapist?

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

Does Alex Hayes work with international clients?

No. Alex Hayes does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alex Hayes 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 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could remote therapy be a good fit for you?

Many people consider online therapy because it can address the same kinds of everyday concerns that bring people to in-person work - for example stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes. For many of these common issues, online therapy can offer outcomes comparable to traditional face-to-face sessions, with similar therapeutic value.

One major advantage is flexibility. People can choose the communication method that fits their life and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which often makes it easier to maintain continuity and fit therapy into a busy schedule.

Therapists who provide online work are licensed professionals, and it is possible to change therapists if a different fit is needed. For many people, remote therapy provides a practical, effective way to engage with therapeutic support while balancing other commitments.

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