Alison Whittam Counselling 
Integrative Counsellor in Pudsey & Leeds
Small private practice based in Leeds
Contact number 07747 776107
50 minute session £60
£55 for students and blue light card holders

Counselling in Calverley & Leeds.
A space to feel heard, understood and supported.

Reaching out for support may feel daunting.
Now you have made the first crucial step - welcome to my page.

Offering a quiet, compassionate space to listen, explore and by working together, to move forwards. There are many reasons why people come to counselling. This could be to discuss a dilemma, help with coping with work related issues, support with anxiety or experiencing a loss and want to talk to someone who understands.

Want to find out more? I offer a free 20 minute chat to ask any questions you may have and to see if we are a good fit.

I support individuals from 16+ with issues such as:

  • Anxiety
  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • Trauma
  • Relationship issues
  • Life changes
  • Loss & Grief
  • Work related issues
  • Chronic pain
  • Family dynamics
  • Obsessive compulsive disorder
  • Low mood
  • Depression
  • Attachment issues

My approach

I have an integrative approach which means I use different theories unique to you. This includes Attachment Theory, Compassion Focused Therapy, Transactional Analysis and Solution Focused as well as having a creative approach.
Being trauma-informed and being aware of how the body can carry emotions we may practice breathwork, grounding techniques as well as  mindfulness. Although I may use different approaches, person centred counselling is at the core of my practice. I also work collaboratively meaning that we will work together to enable you to work towards the best solutions that suit your needs.

Here is one of the counselling rooms I use. Based in Calverley, Leeds, the room is a calm, quiet space suitable for exploring the issues you may have.
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Walks in nature

I offer walk and talk therapy, at different locations throughout Leeds.
This can feel more comfortable than in a traditional counselling setting.
After careful consideration, I plan the route to be in an open public place, in parks close to Leeds City Centre. Benches are on route if regularly breaks or rests in between walking are required. The routes are also planned to attempt to maintain confidentiality.
Should it rain, then we could have an online session or indoor session instead if that would be preferable.
Sessions are 50 minutes and £60.

So you may be wondering what are the benefits of Walk and Talk therapy?
Being outdoors during daylight can help regulate circadian rhythms, as access to light exposure, particularly first thing in the morning, can help regulate melatonin production which is a hormone crucial for healthy sleep-wake cycles.
Another benefit to walk and talk therapy is that by physically moving and being outside during the therapy session, you are actively engaging with the  environment around you and by walking rhythmically you can also see the landscape unfold in front of you. 
Walk and talk counselling can also help to be more aware with the impact that exercise and the elements have on your physical well being
If you’re wondering what counselling outdoors could do for your mind and mood, I’d be delighted to walk and talk with you.

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About me

Hi I'm Alison and I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy. I also hold a:

  • CPCAB accredited CPD training course on Walk and Talk Therapy. 
  • Registered Membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) abiding by their ethical framework.
  • Data Protection Registered with Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
  • Rewind Trauma Training, Accredited by the International Association for Rewind Trauma Therapy.

  • I have experience of working with a diverse range of clients for a social prescribing service and as a counsellor on placement for Place to Be in a secondary school and more recently working for an Employee Assistance Program.
  • As I have had counselling throughout my life, I have developed a passion and respect for talking therapy as I know first hand how meaningful it can be to people’s lives.
  • Single Session Training.
  • Breathwork Training.

Frequently asked questions.

What age of clients do I work with?

I work with Individuals aged 16 and adults of all ages.

How can I access counselling?

I offer counselling face to face, walk and talk, online and by telephone maintaining confidentiality in a quiet environment.

How often can I attend counselling?

At the beginning of counselling and in order to build the therapeutic relationship, 6-8 weekly sessions would be advisable with a view to having fortnightly and monthly session.
This can be short or long term and is of course led by you.

Single session counselling
I also offer single session counselling. This may be suitable if you have a current dilemma that you would like to talk through.

This is not a crisis service - if you feel you are in a crisis please contact your GP, the NHS 111 or the Samaritans 116123. In an emergency please dial 999.
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