Leanne Alanson , NCPS

Leanne Alanson is a counsellor who helps people cope with stress, anxiety, relationships, grief and depression. She often supports those dealing with bereavement and loss and offers a calm, empathetic space to talk. Leanne uses straightforward, person-centred ways of working so people can take things at their own pace.

She works with clients to understand what matters most to them and to set simple, realistic steps forward. Sessions focus on practical coping strategies, clearer communication and processing difficult emotions. Conversations are grounded, with an emphasis on immediate needs and manageable change.

Leanne holds NCPS, which stands for the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, and brings three years' experience to her practice. She is based in the United Kingdom and supports people from different places, including international clients, in English.

Her additional focus areas include abandonment, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family issues, communication and control problems, hospice and end-of-life support, pregnancy and childbirth concerns, social anxiety, and young adult issues. These topics often appear alongside relationship and life-purpose work.

Practical session formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Therapy is offered through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time, with fees varying by location and therapist availability.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online support

Leanne uses straightforward, evidence-based techniques that help people manage strong emotions and daily challenges. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns to reduce anxiety and low mood; this helps with panic attacks, social anxiety and persistent worry. Another commonly used method centres on grief work and emotional processing, allowing a person to make sense of loss and find ways to carry difficult feelings without being overwhelmed.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Leanne will listen to your goals and try different methods together to see what fits best. That way the plan evolves based on what helps you feel steadier and more able to cope with everyday life.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video allows face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, chat is good for quick check-ins, and messaging works well for frequent, shorter contact. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, rest and family life.