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Alexandra Skan, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Alexandra 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 Alexandra. View 2 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

This girl has hold my world within her hands and has broken it down into bitesize sections to digest. She's honestly a advocate for you

Reviewed November 2024

Alexandra has been an essential part of my journey to recover from my mental health issues. She has been incredibly open and understanding and professional. I felt that I could immediately open up to her as she has a very kind and accepting approach to people and their struggles.

Reviewed June 2024

More about Alexandra

  • 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

Hello and a warm welcome, I am fully qualified registered member of the BACP in the UK with 4 years of professional counselling work experience. I also have 12 years of extensive experience in helping clients to cope with and overcome addictions and substance misuse. An area I am truly passionate about.

Along with this I am experienced in working with trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem and confidence, depression and anxiety, stress, relationship/family issues, domestic abuse and life changes. I always work with my clients to create an open, comfortable and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, My approach combines cognitive-behavioural, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapy. I aim to help you get the very best out of your therapy sessions, so I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

Taking the first step into exploring the difficulties and challenges you are facing takes courage and can feel daunting. I am here to help and be there alongside you each step of the way on your therapy journey so that you can live the happier and more fulfilling life that you truly deserve.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Control issues Dependent personality Dissociation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 402440 · Expires April 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Alexandra Skan

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

Overall rating:

5.0

2 reviews

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Clients mention: Professional Understanding

This girl has hold my world within her hands and has broken it down into bitesize sections to digest. She's honestly a advocate for you

Reviewed November 2024

Alexandra has been an essential part of my journey to recover from my mental health issues. She has been incredibly open and understanding and professional. I felt that I could immediately open up to her as she has a very kind and accepting approach to people and their struggles.

Reviewed June 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Alexandra Skan offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Alexandra Skan 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 Alexandra Skan speak?

Alexandra Skan speaks English.

How many years of experience does Alexandra Skan have?

Alexandra Skan has 4 years of experience.

Where is Alexandra Skan licensed to practice?

Alexandra Skan is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Alexandra Skan accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Alexandra Skan 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 Alexandra Skan offer?

Alexandra Skan offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Alexandra Skan?

Alexandra Skan 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 Alexandra Skan?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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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.