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Deborah Allan, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Deborah is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Deborah. View 17 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

I love how she initiates the conversation smoothly and listens well and her advice makes me understand my situation better to improve myself.

Reviewed September 2024

Debbie makes me feel at ease and I always feel calmer after our session, she is very understanding and has made me realise a lot about myself and what I have been through in the past

Reviewed July 2024

More about Deborah

  • 6 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

I am registered in the UK with over six years and more than 2,000 hours of professional, fully supervised sessions. I have particular experience in helping clients with pregnancy and baby loss, managing grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, life changes, anxiety, stress and depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My aim is to facilitate beneficial psychological change, empower you to raise awareness of yourself and discover solutions. My qualifications include: Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy, BSc (Honours) Psychology and an Advanced Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and Geriatric Issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant Personality Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Dissociation Divorce and separation Emptiness Family Problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and End of Life Counseling Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 377178 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space. Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Deborah Allan

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

17 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Helped Listens Understanding Comfortable Helpful Professional Supportive Thank you Calm

I love how she initiates the conversation smoothly and listens well and her advice makes me understand my situation better to improve myself.

Reviewed September 2024

Debbie makes me feel at ease and I always feel calmer after our session, she is very understanding and has made me realise a lot about myself and what I have been through in the past

Reviewed July 2024

Deborah has been very supportive to me and I feel comfortable talking about anything with her

Reviewed February 2024

I love her methods and i believe in her

Reviewed November 2023

Deborah has a very calm demeanour and voice, she conveys a very good understanding of the root of issues and provides appropriate activities to address them.

Reviewed November 2023

Debbie is a professional and caring therapist and she helped me a lot with what I’m going through, I highly recommend her.

Reviewed November 2023

Deborah is a very good listener and understanding, I felt heard whenever I talked to her which made me glad that I’ve made the decision to have therapy on BetterHelp. I’m really grateful.

Reviewed September 2023

Deborah is an experienced counselor who is warm and easy to talk to, I instantly felt comfortable in the session, and the advice Deborah has provided has been helpful, I highly recommend Deborah as a counselor.

Reviewed September 2023

This was my first therapy session and I felt that it went well. Debbie asked great questions, especially in advising on how I would like the sessions to move forward.

Reviewed August 2023

Deborah has been extremely supportive. She listens to me well and has helped me transition through some life changes. I would highly recommend her.

Reviewed June 2023

Deborah Allan has been very helpful so far by listening to my concerns and has no judgments of my perspective on things. Deborah has also listened to what I needed in regards to outside of the sessions like messaging and activities to do to keep me productive and would very much recommend Deborah.

Reviewed June 2023

Deborah's expertise and insight made therapy a rich and valuable experience. She gave me the tools I needed to continue to grow in my relationships. She helped me see that things outside my control are opportunities to have a bigger perspective and greater love and acceptance for others. Kudos Deborah!

Reviewed May 2023

Deborah is an outstanding counselor. She is kind and unerstanding, I would highly recommend her and this service to anyone who needs it. Thank you.

Reviewed April 2023

Only one session so far, but listens well and asks good questions. I am looking forward to next sessions.

Reviewed March 2023

I have found our sessions to be very useful and practical. Deborah is lovely and very knowledgable and I am chuffed with everything so far.

Reviewed November 2022

She is real professional, listen to you carefully and analysis what you say and give you correct feedback

Reviewed November 2022

I'm finding it is really helping me. Thank you

Reviewed November 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Deborah Allan offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Deborah Allan works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Deborah Allan speak?

Deborah Allan speaks English.

How many years of experience does Deborah Allan have?

Deborah Allan has 6 years of experience.

Where is Deborah Allan licensed to practice?

Deborah Allan is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Deborah Allan accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Deborah Allan accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Deborah Allan offer?

Deborah Allan offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Deborah Allan?

Deborah Allan can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Deborah Allan?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.