About me
Welcome
Hello, I'm Dr Alessia Price, a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). I provide psychological therapy for adults, couples and families, alongside specialist psychological assessments.
People often ask what type of psychologist I am. I believe good support begins with understanding the individual sitting in front of me. Every person's experiences, relationships and circumstances are unique, and the support, assessment and therapy they receive should reflect that. Together we can make sense of your experiences, develop a deeper understanding of yourself, and find ways of moving towards a life that feels more meaningful, manageable and fulfilling.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, navigating a significant life transition, struggling with anxiety or low mood, or simply feeling that life has become harder than it once was, I offer a warm, collaborative and evidence-based approach tailored to your individual needs.
My work is guided by curiosity. Often people arrive believing there is something "wrong" with them. Together we explore how their experiences make sense in the context of their biology, relationships, family experiences, life events and the wider systems in which they live. Above all, my aim is to help people understand themselves more deeply, develop self-compassion and create meaningful, lasting change.
About Me
I have over 15 years' experience providing psychological assessment and therapy across a range of NHS and independent settings.
Alongside supporting people experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, bereavement and relationship difficulties, I have developed specialist expertise in women's mental health (including perimenopause and menopause), neurodiversity, and psychological assessment.
My approach is integrative, drawing on a range of evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Systemic Therapy, Narrative Therapy and mindfulness-based approaches. I believe that understanding each person's experiences within the context of their relationships, life experiences and wider environment is key to creating meaningful and lasting change.
Clients often describe me as warm, approachable, genuine, thoughtful and down-to-earth. Creating a space where people feel safe, respected and understood is fundamental to how I work. I see therapy as a collaborative process, where we work together to understand what has brought you to this point and what might help you move forward.
Therapy & Assessments
I provide therapy for adults, couples and families experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties, including anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief and major life transitions.
I have particular expertise in supporting women through perimenopause and menopause, helping them understand the interaction between hormonal changes, psychological wellbeing and the wider demands of everyday life.
I also work therapeutically with autistic and ADHD adults, offering a neuro-affirming approach that supports greater self-understanding, self-acceptance and wellbeing.
Alongside therapy, I provide comprehensive autism, ADHD, cognitive and learning disability assessments for children and adults.
See my website for further information.
Training, qualifications & experience
Training/Experience
- Bachelors degree in Psychology (BSc Hons)
- Masters in Abnormal and Clinical Psychology (MSc)
- Professional Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy)
- Post-graduate Diploma in Intermediate Systemic and Family Therapy (PGDip)
- Attachment, Trauma and Family Systems: An Attachment Narrative Approach (ANT)
- Clinical Supervision Training, Oxford Institute of Clinical Training and Research
- Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) practitioner course
Certificate in third wave CBT (Mindfulness, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy) - Menopause and Mental Health Training (including nutrition, strength and hormonal wellbeing)
- EMDR
- Autism diagnostic assessment qualifications - child and adult (ADOS, ADI-r, ACIA)
- ADHD diagnostic assessment qualification - child and adult (DIVA, ACE, Qb)
- EMBERS Menopause CBT Clinic Trained
I have over 15 years therapy experience of working in the NHS and I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (regulating body for Clinical Psychologists). Registration: PYL33742. I am also registered as a Chartered Psychologist (405346) with the British Psychological Society.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The HCPC are an independent, UK-wide health regulator. They set standards of professional training, performance and conduct for 16 professions.
They keep a register of health professionals who meet their standards, and they take action if registered health professionals fall below those standards. They were created by a piece of legislation called the Health Professions Order 2001.
Registration means that a health professional meets national standards for their professional training, performance and conduct.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Peri-menopause and Menopause support
Therapies offered
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Fees
£100.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Psychological assessments and therapy sessions are paid per session. Once we have agreed to begin working together you will be provided with terms and conditions, and the cancellation policy.
- Initial 15 minute phone consultation – Free
- Initial assessment session - £100
- Individual therapy session - £100
- Couple therapy session - £120
10% reduced rate for students and trainees.
Different therapies tend to require different number of sessions which also impacts on overall cost and can be discussed at initial assessment. There is no obligation to continue work following the initial assessment session if you do not feel it fits for you.
If you intend to fund your sessions through a private health insurer, please ensure that your treatment has been authorised by your insurer when making your enquiry, and provide your policy details together with your claim or authorisation reference number.
I am currently registered with: Aviva, BUPA, Vitality and WPA. If I am not currently listed as a healthcare professional provider with your insurance company, please make an enquiry as it may well be that this could be arranged.
When I work
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Please get in contact to find out my current availability.
Further information
What will happen?
I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation to ensure that I am able to provide what you are hoping for from therapy. You will then be invited to an initial assessment session which will involve exploring the difficulties you may be facing and coming to a joint understanding of why professional help has been sought and consideration of what change may look like, ultimately establishing meaningful goals for our work together. This will help us to work out how many sessions will be needed for our work together to be successful.
From my experience, I recognise that living with mental health problems and various other difficulties can be overwhelming and have a significant impact on a person’s wellbeing, working life, relationships and outlook for the future. As such, working with me will always be driven to support you in moving towards your preferred goals.
Most of my private clients receive short- or medium-term therapy at a frequency of one session a week, or one session a fortnight. This could be any number of sessions between 6-24 sessions or more if necessary.
Locations
I am able to offer therapy from the following locations: Brackley (Northants). This is convenient for people travelling from Bicester, Banbury, Buckingham, and Towcester.
I am able to offer online sessions via various platforms.
I am able to offer walk and talk sessions in Brackley (St James' lake) and Evenley Wood Gardens (for daytime sessions).
