Alexandra Grimes

Alexandra Grimes is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain and grief. She works with adults dealing with depression, addictions, LGBT issues, trauma, intimacy concerns and sleep or eating problems. Alexandra also supports people coping with life changes such as career shifts, parenting pressures, bipolar symptoms and ADHD. She holds an NCPS credential and has five years of professional experience in the United Kingdom.

Her practice takes a person-centred approach, so conversations focus on the client’s experience and priorities. Sessions are shaped around what the individual wants to bring, with the counsellor following that lead rather than directing the agenda. Alexandra aims to create a calm, accepting space where people can talk through what’s troubling them and try out different ways of coping.

She also integrates cognitive behavioural ideas to help identify unhelpful thinking and practical ways to change patterns. Psychodynamic perspectives are used at times to look at how past experiences affect present feelings and relationships. Solution-focused techniques can help set small, achievable goals and track real-world progress.

Alexandra works from home and recommends video calls to build rapport, though she notes phone or messaging options are possible if preferred. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time; fees vary with location and therapist availability. International clients who speak English may be seen, and prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.

To begin, users select Start Therapy, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. Alexandra aims to support and empower people as they take steps toward change.

Online approaches and how they help

Alexandra blends person-centred work with cognitive behavioural and solution-focused ideas to suit different needs. Person-centred counselling focuses on the client’s experience, giving space to talk and be heard without the counsellor directing the conversation. It can help people feel understood and make clearer choices about change.

Cognitive behavioural ideas look at how thoughts link to feelings and actions and encourage small, practical changes to reduce anxiety or low mood. Solution-focused techniques aim for short-term goals and simple steps that can lead to noticeable improvements in daily life.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss needs, goals and preferences and suggest which methods to try. This is a collaborative process and can be adjusted as therapy progresses.

Alexandra recommends video calls to build rapport because seeing each other can help the relationship develop. She also notes that phone or messaging options are available for those who prefer them. Confirm which formats are currently offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people take part from locations that suit their schedule.