- ACT
- CBT
- Attachment work
About Reuben
Reuben Alexander is a counsellor registered with NCPS and has four years of clinical experience in the United Kingdom. He focuses on common pressures faced in early adulthood, including stress, anxiety, sleep problems, depression and coping with life changes. He also works with issues such as ADHD, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief and self‑esteem concerns.
Reuben blends practical techniques from several psychotherapeutic approaches. He uses methods from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try new ways of responding. Attachment‑based ideas inform work on relationship patterns and intimacy. Emotionally‑Focused and client‑centred elements support clearer emotional awareness and expression.
Sessions tend to be straightforward and focused on real problems. He helps people talk through recent stresses, build coping skills and make small changes that fit day‑to‑day life. He also explores how early relationships and family of origin issues shape current reactions and relationship patterns.
Reuben has additional experience addressing topics such as anger, parenting and fatherhood issues, gender dysphoria, autism and Asperger syndrome, and struggles with emptiness, guilt and shame. He offers a direct, practical style aimed at people trying to find direction after university, entering the workforce or dealing with changing relationships.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Fees vary with location and sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How his approaches translate to online counselling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that reflect their values rather than get stuck in avoidance. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood and feeling stuck in life decisions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thought and behaviour patterns and testing them with practical experiments. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, sleep problems and depression. Attachment‑based therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns in intimacy and trust, helping with relationship difficulties and attachment concerns.Choosing the right way of working is part of the process. The therapist will discuss different approaches with the client and decide together what fits best based on their goals, circumstances and preferences. That collaborative decision can change as therapy progresses and as new issues come up.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking because the biography does not specify them. Online counselling can make it easier to schedule sessions around study, work or commuting. It also allows shorter check‑ins when time is limited, or sessions without video when bandwidth is an issue. Registered or accredited professionals can combine therapeutic techniques during online work to focus on immediate problems, emotion processing or relationship patterns while fitting sessions into everyday life.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Reuben help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, depression and coping with life changes. Other areas include ADHD, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma, grief and self‑esteem.
What is his approach in sessions?
He combines practical techniques from CBT and ACT with attachment and emotionally‑focused ideas. Sessions focus on noticing patterns, building skills and improving emotional awareness.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with NCPS and practices in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes, he accepts international clients. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the original biography does not list specific formats. Check the booking flow for up‑to‑date details.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule your first session.
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