Alan Williams, PACFA
Relationship-focused counsellor for adults and couples
- Imago relationship therapy
- Family and grief support
- 19 years experience
About Alan Williams
Alan Williams does not rely on a medical model of diagnosis and prescription. He guides people to uncover the meaning behind their emotions, experiences, relationships, history, thoughts, and beliefs so they can develop practical ways to cope and thrive. He is known for conveying empathy and compassion, and clients have described him as "warm and engaging".
As a relationship-focused counsellor trained in couple and family therapy, Alan views many presenting issues through the lens of attachment and connection. He is a PACFA Registered Clinical Counsellor - registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - and practises Imago Relationship Therapy, using structured Imago dialogues with couples to repair disconnection, deepen emotional intimacy, and help partners state their needs in ways that improve the likelihood of being heard.
Alan works extensively with grief and loss, including matters related to voluntary assisted dying. He also supports people and families who discover unexpected events in their family history, such as unknown biological parentage arising from adoption, donor conception, or other non-paternity discoveries. For specific phobic reactions he uses a refined tapping technique derived from Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and the desensitization component of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to reduce triggered distress or panic when distinct triggers are identifiable.
He has 15 years of part-time experience as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and significant experience supporting parents, including victims of domestic abuse, through mediation about financial settlements and arrangements for their children. Alan also brings long experience working with workplace issues, having worked part-time for an Employee Assistance Program for 18 years and having 38 years of employment experience himself, enabling him to address psychological and relational aspects of work life.
Alan works with adult individuals aged 18 and over and with couples. He is based in Australia and provides therapy in English. His practice focuses on relationship and family matters, grief, intimacy-related issues, career and workplace concerns, stress and anxiety, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, parenting and fatherhood issues, self-esteem and depression, as well as a range of related concerns such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, blended family challenges, caregiver stress, communication and control issues, divorce and separation, domestic violence, family of origin problems, fertility concerns, and coping with life changes.
As a relationship-focused counsellor trained in couple and family therapy, Alan views many presenting issues through the lens of attachment and connection. He is a PACFA Registered Clinical Counsellor - registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - and practises Imago Relationship Therapy, using structured Imago dialogues with couples to repair disconnection, deepen emotional intimacy, and help partners state their needs in ways that improve the likelihood of being heard.
Alan works extensively with grief and loss, including matters related to voluntary assisted dying. He also supports people and families who discover unexpected events in their family history, such as unknown biological parentage arising from adoption, donor conception, or other non-paternity discoveries. For specific phobic reactions he uses a refined tapping technique derived from Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and the desensitization component of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to reduce triggered distress or panic when distinct triggers are identifiable.
He has 15 years of part-time experience as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and significant experience supporting parents, including victims of domestic abuse, through mediation about financial settlements and arrangements for their children. Alan also brings long experience working with workplace issues, having worked part-time for an Employee Assistance Program for 18 years and having 38 years of employment experience himself, enabling him to address psychological and relational aspects of work life.
Alan works with adult individuals aged 18 and over and with couples. He is based in Australia and provides therapy in English. His practice focuses on relationship and family matters, grief, intimacy-related issues, career and workplace concerns, stress and anxiety, LGBT issues, trauma and abuse, parenting and fatherhood issues, self-esteem and depression, as well as a range of related concerns such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, blended family challenges, caregiver stress, communication and control issues, divorce and separation, domestic violence, family of origin problems, fertility concerns, and coping with life changes.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisNarcissismPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Imago Relationship Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Alan Williams have?
Alan Williams has 19 years of experience.
Is Alan Williams a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds PACFA registration, indicating registration with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia.
In which languages does Alan Williams provide therapy?
Alan Williams provides therapy in English.
Where is Alan Williams located?
Alan Williams is located in Australia.
How can I work with Alan Williams as my therapist?
You can work with Alan Williams through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Alan Williams work with international clients?
Alan Williams does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Alan Williams 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.
Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?
The question of whether online therapy will help is a common one. For many everyday concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions - remote therapy can be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions and offers a practical route to support.One major benefit is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to fit therapeutic work into busy schedules, to attend from home or while travelling, and to maintain continuity when in-person visits are difficult.
Therapists who provide remote services are licensed professionals, and clients are free to change practitioners if they feel a different fit would be better. Online therapy offers an accessible option for many who want focused, relationship-centered, or skills-based support without the need to commute to an office.