Alexandra Dench Counselling and Psychology -

Your Path to Wellness and Self-care

For children, young people and adults

Individual and Bereavement Counselling
for any age

Therapy provides a safe and confidential environment where you can explore thoughts and feelings about grief. I work collaboratively to develop personalised strategies that empower you to overcome challenges and achieve your mental health goals. Together, we’ll focus on fostering self-awareness, building resilience, and creating meaningful change in a compassionate and supportive space. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss and grief these sessions are designed to support your journey towards healing and personal growth.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy CBT

CBT is a highly effective form of talking therapy helping individuals manage and overcome challenges by identifying, understanding, and transforming unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. This evidence-based approach is widely used to treat a variety of conditions, including anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), phobias, and low mood. Through ongoing research and advancements, CBT continues to evolve, offering new techniques and strategies to support individuals on their journey to a better quality of life.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Depression IPT


IPT is a structured and evidence-based form of psychotherapy which aims to alleviate symptoms of depression, by improving interpersonal relationships and social functioning. 

Depressive symptoms often arise as a direct response to unresolved disputes, role transitions, grief, or social isolation. IPT helps individuals enhance their communication skills, build healthier connections, and ultimately experience relief from their symptoms. IPT offers a focused and effective approach through improved interpersonal functioning.

Individualied Neurodivergent-affirming Support


Living with neurodivergence can bring unique challenges that affect many aspects of daily life, from communication and social interactions to managing sensory sensitivities or executive functioning. 

Understanding individual needs is key. Resources such as tailored therapies can make a meaningful difference. With strengths-based therapeutic support and by fostering an inclusive and respectful environment, individuals with neurodivergence can work towards overcoming difficulties and harness their unique strengths.

Contact

Location

Bedford Consulting Rooms, 4 Goldington Rd, Bedford MK40 3NF

AND

Resolution Clinic, 11 London Rd, St Albans AL1 1LA

 

Frequently asked questions

What is the first step to getting help?

The first step is to contact me via this website, providing your contact number to schedule a free 15min initial consultation.

Is Psychological therapy right for me?

If you’re not sure if you need psychological therapy at this time, do consider coming in for an initial consultation as there is no obligation to commit to treatment. A one-off consultation can help to clarify things and may point potential courses of action to resolve any difficulties.

How long is each therapy session?
Each therapy session typically lasts 50 minutes.

Do you offer online therapy sessions?

Yes, I offer both in-person and online therapy sessions for your convenience. In-person sessions take place in Bedford Consulting rooms (Mon-Fri) or The Resolution Clinic in St Albans (Sat).

How long does therapy last?

Each treatment plan is individually tailored. This is typically decided during the assessment phase. A review of the plan is considered every 4 sessions depending on progress or ongoing difficulties.

Which therapy approach will be useful to me?

I have a wealth of knowledge and experience in various therapeutic approaches, which will be tailored to you depending on your needs and the difficulties you would like to address. 

Fees and session funding

Fee for face to face and online sessions is £110. Sessions can be self-funded or funded by the insurers listed on the Referrals page.

What days can you offer therapy sessions?

I work in Bedford Monday to Thursday after 4pm and Friday - all day. My clinic in St Albans is on Saturday only.

"My child child got their spark back. We now speak openly and enjoy each others' company."

"There were so many barriers to overcome, but with Alex's non-judgmental and goal-focused approach, I focused on what I needed to change and was empowered to act."