Alan Opfer , BACP

Alan Opfer is a UK-credentialed therapist with three years of professional experience working with a broad range of mental health and addiction concerns. He specialises in supporting people through alcohol and substance misuse, including pre- and post-detoxification care, binge use, harm-reduction strategies, approaches to controlled use, and practical coping techniques. Over time he has expanded his skills to address mood concerns, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, and other common mental health challenges.

Prior to his current practice he gained experience as a housing support worker and is registered with the SSSC, bringing an understanding of multi-disciplinary clinical and community supports. He has worked with diverse client groups and is open to everyone who seeks help.

Alan speaks from lived experience of addiction and periods of poor mental health, having been a therapy client himself. That personal perspective informs his commitment to non-judgemental, practical support and motivates his work helping others find recovery and greater wellbeing.

As a person-centred practitioner he views clients as the best agents of change and tailors therapy around each individual’s needs. He holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and applies professional standards to his practice while aiming to provide empathetic, solution-focused care.

Client-Centered, Mindful, and Solution-Focused Online Therapy

Alan Opfer works with approaches that prioritise the client’s experience and practical progress. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, non-judgemental relationship and helps people explore their own values and choices while feeling heard. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and simple attention practices that can reduce reactivity and support coping with stress, anxiety, and addictive urges. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasises identifying clear, achievable goals and small steps that move a person toward the changes they want to see.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Alan collaborates with each person to find what fits best. He works with clients to set goals, try techniques, and adjust the focus over time so therapy reflects individual needs, preferences, and life circumstances.

Online sessions - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - allow flexibility for people juggling work, family, or mobility limitations. These formats make it easier to attend regular appointments, maintain continuity of care, and access licensed professionals and therapists from different locations while keeping the process practical and goal-oriented.