BACP

Alan Opfer , BACP

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About Alan

Alan Opfer is a UK-credentialed counsellor with three years of professional experience who focuses on helping people navigate addiction and broader mental health challenges. He brings particular expertise in alcohol and substance use concerns, including pre- and post-detoxification support, binge use, harm-reduction strategies, controlled use approaches, and practical coping skills to support recovery.

Alongside this clinical focus, Alan has developed a wide-ranging skill set working with diverse mental health issues and client groups. He has practical experience as a housing support worker and is registered with the SSSC - the Scottish Social Services Council - which complements his knowledge of multidisciplinary clinical and community supports. He is open to working with clients from many backgrounds and settings.

Alan speaks from lived experience of addiction and mental health struggles, having sought therapy and intervention himself. That experience shaped his commitment to nonjudgmental support and motivated his transition into helping others find recovery. He works as a person-centred therapist, acknowledging each client as the primary agent of change and adapting sessions to fit their changing needs.

Alan is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. He aims to support clients practically and respectfully, offering care focused on improving wellbeing and daily functioning.

Person-Centred, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused Support Online

Alan draws on person-centred, mindfulness, and solution-focused approaches to support clients through change. Client-Centred Therapy emphasizes the client's own wisdom and goals - the therapist listens closely and adapts sessions to the individual's pace and priorities, which helps with building self-esteem, trust, and motivation for change. Mindfulness Therapy teaches practical awareness techniques to manage stress and anxiety, helping people respond to difficult thoughts and emotions with greater calm and clarity. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying small, achievable steps and strengths to create forward momentum, which can be useful for tackling specific problems like coping strategies, relationship challenges, or early recovery goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Alan works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress is made so therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Alan is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options offer flexibility for scheduling, make attending sessions easier around work or caregiving commitments, and allow consistent access to support from home or other convenient locations. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver structured, goal-oriented care tailored to each client's circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Alan Opfer have?

Alan has three years of professional experience working with people affected by addiction and other mental health concerns.

Is Alan Opfer a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds membership of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. No additional license details were provided.

In which languages does Alan Opfer provide therapy?

Alan provides therapy in English.

Where is Alan Opfer located?

Alan is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Alan Opfer as my therapist?

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

Does Alan Opfer work with international clients?

Alan does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alan Opfer 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 quick and 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefCareer difficultiesDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyMindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English

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