Alex Mulliner

Are you looking for someone to talk to?
Who allows you to feel heard and tell your story?
Who is non-judgemental and creates a safe space to talk?
Has a kind and gentle approach?

Hello, I'm Alex. I'm an experienced MBACP accredited Counsellor based in Burslem, Stoke-on-trent. Over the past six years, I have worked within the NHS IAPT service and private sectors including employee assistance programmes. I am trained in a few different approaches including;

• Person Centred Therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• Mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

I believe that there should not be a 'one size fits all' approach to therapy. We are all human with different sets of challenges and strengths. My aim in session is to provide a safe space, whereby you feel you can show up as your true self and listen to your intuition. I can guide and support you to build a 'tool kit' of different skills to aid change for personal growth. 

What can you expect from therapy?

• Slowly building a good therapeutic relationship.
• Unpacking things that you have never addressed before. 
• Learning to look at things from a different perspective. 
• Learning new skills & understanding new things about yourself.
• Setting boundaries and learning how to put yourself first.  

I am frequently asked by new clients if I have a specialist area in which I work with. I believe that when I enter a therapy room, I do not meet an issue or a problem. I meet a human being who deep down knows themselves best. I believe I specialise in being fully present for the person in my therapy room. Listening deeply and with full attention to what is being shared with me. However, there are certain areas in which I do have particular experience in. 

• People with highly sensitive personality traits. 
• People who have anxiety difficulties or imposter syndrome. 
• People who are neurodivergent or are exploring the possibility of seeking a diagnosis of ADHD and Autism. Please be mindful that I am not qualified to make diagnoses. I sit with people who wish to talk more about their symptoms and explore possible traits. I am on the spectrum myself and although our experiences may not be the same, you may find it helpful to work with an Neurodivergent Counsellor. 
• People who find themselves feeling resentful and exhausted when in the company of others. 

For in person sessions, my office is based at The Enterprise Centre in Burslem.

There is free parking on site. 

I also offer sessions via phone call, should you feel more comfortable in your own safe space. 

Feedback from previous clients.

"I wasn't sure about therapy at first, is it worth it, would it help etc. I can say that yes it absolutely was worth it and has helped me so much after only a few sessions but I feel that's down to Alex who I was assigned and I'm so grateful she was. Alex listens and gives brilliant advice, I feel like I can open up about anything in confidence and without fear of judgement. Our sessions are a highlight in my week and I couldn't thank or recommend her enough. Truly a lovely person" 

"Alex understood all the complexities of what I had experienced and used her expertise to support me and provide me with resources to help me process it. She gets it and I knew she was the right therapist for me from Day 1. I have experienced many different therapists and therapies and I would recommend her services to anyone in need of therapy when life gets tough. There was a noticeable and recognizable improvement within me because of the work I did with her and I am beyond thankful". 

"Alex is a fantastic therapist who is empathetic, caring and non-judgemental. She’s a great listener who takes sessions at my pace and helps me to see situations in different lights. I feel very comfortable talking to her and am very lucky that my first experience of counselling is with her - thank you!" 

I offer a free 15 minute telephone consultation to anyone interested in pursuing counselling sessions with myself.

All first initial sessions will cost £30 and will last for 50 minutes. This will be the full initial assessment, whereby we will discuss what your aims for counselling are, and explore goals and expectations. This will give you the opportunity to gain a 'feel' for counselling and decide if you feel comfortable working with myself.

Providing you are happy to work with me after the initial assessment - all sessions after the first appointment are £48 per 50 minute appointment. Appointments can be completed via the telephone or in person.