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Alessio Tonato, BACP

Alessio Tonato is a psychotherapeutic counsellor with seven years' experience.

About Alessio

Alessio Tonato is a psychotherapeutic counsellor with seven years' experience. He is BACP registered and offers talk therapy in English, French and Italian. Alessio focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression and trauma-related concerns in practical ways.

He brings a conversational style to sessions. That means clear questions, gentle challenges and time to notice what matters most. Alessio helps people spot the thoughts and behaviours that get in the way and tests simple, realistic alternatives together.

Background and approach

His work draws on attachment-based thinking and somatic and mindfulness techniques. Sessions often include noticing bodily sensations, bringing attention to the present moment and looking at how early relationship patterns still shape current choices. The goal is to increase awareness and offer new options for responding to difficult feelings.

Alessio often helps with relationship and intimacy difficulties, self-esteem and family problems. He also supports people dealing with anger, career changes, feelings of emptiness, guilt and shame, or the aftermath of infidelity and separation. Conversations are geared towards practical steps and clearer decision-making.

Practical arrangements are straightforward. Alessio offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. He uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time and works with people across the United Kingdom.

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BACP	392692	October 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Alessio lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Intimacy-related issues
Self esteem
Depression
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Ways of working Alessio names

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Online approaches that connect body and relationships

Attachment-Based Therapy emphasises how early relationships shape current patterns. It looks at the ways people relate, respond to closeness and manage fear of abandonment, which can help with relationship and intimacy issues.

Mindfulness Therapy focuses on paying gentle attention to the present moment. It helps reduce rumination and anxiety by training simple noticing skills and steadying attention in daily life.

Somatic Therapy brings awareness to bodily sensations and how emotions appear in the body. It can be useful when people feel stuck, numb or overwhelmed and want ways to settle their nervous system.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Alessio collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals and preferences. He adapts the balance of attachment, mindfulness and somatic work as understanding grows.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, giving practical flexibility. Video lets you see reactions and body language. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and suit quick check-ins. Live chat and messaging fit short updates or days when writing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family or travel while keeping continuity of care with registered or accredited professionals.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Alessio help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem and family problems, plus anger and career worries.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

The style is conversational and practical, using questions, reflection and gentle challenge to help people notice patterns and try new responses.

What is Alessio's professional background?

He has seven years' experience as a psychotherapeutic counsellor and works from an integrative approach that aims to raise awareness and encourage practical change.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is BACP registered and based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages does he offer sessions in?

Sessions are offered in English, French and Italian.

What session formats are available?

Alessio provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are fees and payments handled?

Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.