Alev Butun , BACP

Alev Butun is licensed in the United Kingdom with six years of professional experience working with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation difficulties, low self-esteem, confidence concerns, and depression. She brings a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate stance to her practice, prioritizing a supportive environment where clients can explore their challenges and goals.

Alev adapts conversations and treatment plans to fit each person's unique situation, tailoring the pace and focus to what will best support individual progress. She recognizes that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life often takes courage, and she aims to be a steady source of encouragement and practical support throughout that journey.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Alev draws on client-centered therapy, mindfulness therapy, and psychodynamic ideas to guide her online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening deeply to the client's experience and offering empathic, non-directive support that helps people build confidence and clarity about their goals. Mindfulness therapy teaches practical ways to notice thoughts and feelings in the present moment, which can reduce overwhelm and improve coping with stress and anxiety. Psychodynamic therapy explores recurring patterns and past influences that shape current relationships and self-understanding, which can be useful for addressing trauma, self-esteem, and relational difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Alev works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. These approaches are commonly used by licensed professionals and therapists to support a wide range of concerns.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer practical flexibility, allowing clients to access therapy from varied locations and schedules. This range of options helps maintain continuity of care, fits around work and family commitments, and makes it easier for clients to engage consistently in the therapeutic process.