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Alison May, BACP

Inclusive counsellor for LGBT and neurodiversity
  • Integrative team approach
  • LGBT and neurodiversity focus
  • BACP credentialed counsellor

About Alison May

Alison May is an inclusive counsellor based in the United Kingdom who works in an integrative style, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches to meet each person where they are. She emphasizes a collaborative, team-based way of working in which the client is regarded as the expert in their own story and the role of therapy is to support and empower them toward meaningful, sustainable change.

Alison has experience supporting people with anxiety, sexuality and gender concerns, relationship difficulties, addiction, depression, trauma, uncertainty about how to move forward, self-esteem struggles, and life-altering diagnoses. Her practice is informed by both professional training and lived experience, and she identifies as a strong ally to people of colour and trans people.

She has particular training and professional experience working with LGBT+ clients and neurodiverse individuals, with a focused interest in ADHD and autism. Alison holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK - and she aims to offer flexible, compassionate support tailored to each person’s needs.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Existential Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Alison May have?

Alison May has 6 years of experience.

Is Alison May a licensed therapist?

Yes. Alison holds the BACP credential. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional association for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

In which languages does Alison May provide therapy?

Alison provides therapy in English.

Where is Alison May located?

Alison is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Alison May as my therapist?

You can work with Alison May through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Alison May work with international clients?

Yes. Alison works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alison May 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 Online Therapy Fit Your Life?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can really help. For a wide range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy can be a comparable option to traditional in-person sessions and is often effective for addressing these issues.

One major benefit is flexibility. People can connect with therapists using the method that suits them best, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to include therapy in a busy schedule or to access support from a distance.

Therapists who provide online care are licensed professionals, and if someone decides they would prefer a different match, it is typically possible to switch to another therapist. Online therapy can be a practical and accessible way to begin or continue therapeutic work with skilled professionals.

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