Counselling in Retford
Alder & Ash Counselling is based in Retford. If you are looking for a counsellor in Retford, Alan offers person-centred sessions in town and online counselling across the UK. You can ask about the appointment location and access arrangements before deciding whether to meet in person.
In-person counselling in Retford
The practice is based in Retford, where Alan offers one-to-one person-centred sessions. The appointment location and directions are shared when you arrange a session. If you have questions about getting there or access, you can ask before booking.
If travelling to Retford does not suit you, online counselling by video call is available across the UK. You can talk with Alan about which format feels right for you.
Covering the wider Bassetlaw area
The in-person service is based in Retford and the wider service area includes Worksop, Gainsborough, Bawtry, Tuxford, East Retford, Misterton, Harworth, Bircotes, Bothamsall, Babworth and nearby villages. If you are unsure whether an in-person appointment in Retford would work for you, get in touch to ask.
Online counselling is also available if you live further away or would rather meet from home.
What person-centred counselling offers
Person-centred counselling means the sessions are led by you. There is no set agenda, no homework, and no expectation that you arrive already knowing what you want to talk about. Alan's role is to listen carefully, reflect honestly, and offer a space where you can think and feel without being judged or hurried.
People come to counselling in Retford for many different reasons: anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, stress and burnout, identity, life transitions, or simply a sense that something is not right and they cannot quite name it. All of these are welcome.
How sessions work
Sessions last 50 minutes and take place weekly or fortnightly, depending on what suits you. There is no fixed number of sessions, and you can decide whether and when to continue.
The first conversation is an informal, free call of around 20 minutes. It is a chance to ask questions, share a little about what has brought you here, and decide whether working together feels right. There is no obligation.
About Alan
Alan is a person-centred counsellor and a Registered Member MBACP (member number 422583). He holds professional indemnity insurance and works within the BACP Ethical Framework.
His approach is grounded in the belief that every person is the expert on their own life. He is not there to guide you towards a particular outcome or tell you what to do, but to offer a consistent, genuine presence while you work out what you need.
You can read more about Alan's training and approach before getting in touch.
Fees and availability
Each session costs £50 and lasts 50 minutes. Check the Fees & availability page for payment details and current availability.
Frequently asked questions
- Where does in-person counselling take place in Retford?
- Appointments are in Retford. Alan shares the location and directions when arranging an appointment. If you have questions about getting there or access, ask before booking.
- How much does counselling in Retford cost?
- The current session fee and payment details are listed on the Fees & availability page.
- Do I have to come to Retford in person?
- No. Online sessions by video call are available across the UK. If you would like to discuss a mix of online and in-person sessions, ask Alan whether that would suit your circumstances.
- What happens in the first conversation?
- The first conversation is a free, informal call of around 20 minutes. It is a chance to ask questions, share a little about what has brought you here, and decide whether working together feels right. There is no obligation.
- How often are sessions, and how many will I need?
- Sessions last 50 minutes and usually take place weekly or fortnightly. There is no fixed number of sessions; you can decide whether and when to continue.
- Is everything confidential?
- Yes. Everything shared in sessions is held in confidence. There are a small number of exceptions, for example serious concerns about safety, and these are discussed openly at the start of the work.
Ready to take the first step?
The first conversation is informal and carries no obligation. It is simply a chance to talk and see whether working together feels right.
Other areas covered
Online counselling is also available to anyone across the UK, wherever you are based.