I have really enjoyed my sessions with Alex. He has helped me to understand myself better and guided me into making realisations about myself that I never previously considered. Alex is insightful and supportive and his sessions have helped me tremendously when it comes to taking action, e.g., having difficult conversations. I recommend him highly.
Alexander Szendrei, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Alexander is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Alexander. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English, Czech, and Slovak
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
Recent reviews
Alex is an incredible therapist. From the first meeting, he made me feel incredibly comfortable. He was never insistent, but instead patient and always allowed me to lead the sessions. This made it easy for me to trust him. I never felt forced to share anything, but I was confident he would listen to anything that I did share. He remembered what we talked about from previous sessions, and this let me know that he truly cared about me as a person. He was easy for me to relate to, as he shared with me that he had seeked therapy in the past and that I was not alone and there was nothing "wrong" with me. My favorite quality about Alex's style is that he LISTENS. For many sessions, I would do 95% of the speaking, and then he would make one simple and concise remark that would stick with me throughout the week and give me a deeper insight about myself. I feel like he truly helped me to look at myself from the outside and get a new perspective on my life. He was the perfect first therapist for me, and I am so fortunate that it was him who I was paired with.
More about Alexander
- 4 years' experience
- Male
- BACP
Hello and welcome,
My name is Alex. I am an Integrative Humanistic Therapist and I have fourteen years of experience working with individuals and groups in various capacities.
I’m aware that it's important to get the right support when life isn't going so well...
I believe that all of us carry certain pain within and occasionally find ourselves in dark woods and therefore we shouldn’t feel any shame or judgment in discussing our life experiences.
My journey to becoming a therapist began as a direct result of me being in therapy and seeing how beneficial and life changing it was for me.
I am convinced that the most important factor in therapy is the trusting therapeutic relationship. Therefore I offer compassion and non-judgement as a starting point to meet each other.
As an integrative practitioner, I draw from several different therapeutic approaches and psychological theories to tailor an approach that will suit your needs and allows us to work together.
I use a psychodynamic lens to explore your current difficulties - for example how you feel about yourself or others – which may be strongly influenced by past experiences and early childhood relationships. In doing so, unhelpful thinking, feeling and behaving patterns can be fully understood, which creates a space for meaningful change.
I will try to look at the bigger picture to help you to navigate through complexities of modern relationships. The aim is to reduce internal conflict, and regain a sense of connectedness and intimacy, as well as help you to strengthen your understanding of yourself and your relationship with the world around you.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Coping with life changes
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hearing impaired
HIV / AIDS
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Visually impaired
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 397585 · Expires November 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Alexander Szendrei
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I have really enjoyed my sessions with Alex. He has helped me to understand myself better and guided me into making realisations about myself that I never previously considered. Alex is insightful and supportive and his sessions have helped me tremendously when it comes to taking action, e.g., having difficult conversations. I recommend him highly.
Alex is an incredible therapist. From the first meeting, he made me feel incredibly comfortable. He was never insistent, but instead patient and always allowed me to lead the sessions. This made it easy for me to trust him. I never felt forced to share anything, but I was confident he would listen to anything that I did share. He remembered what we talked about from previous sessions, and this let me know that he truly cared about me as a person. He was easy for me to relate to, as he shared with me that he had seeked therapy in the past and that I was not alone and there was nothing "wrong" with me. My favorite quality about Alex's style is that he LISTENS. For many sessions, I would do 95% of the speaking, and then he would make one simple and concise remark that would stick with me throughout the week and give me a deeper insight about myself. I feel like he truly helped me to look at myself from the outside and get a new perspective on my life. He was the perfect first therapist for me, and I am so fortunate that it was him who I was paired with.
It’s early days with Alex but I have already found his sessions so helpful, and feel that I leave every week with new and helpful knowledge. I especially like the way he helps me reframe my thoughts.
Frequently asked questions
Does Alexander Szendrei offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Alexander Szendrei works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Alexander Szendrei speak?
Alexander Szendrei speaks English, Czech, and Slovak.
How many years of experience does Alexander Szendrei have?
Alexander Szendrei has 4 years of experience.
Where is Alexander Szendrei licensed to practice?
Alexander Szendrei is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Alexander Szendrei accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Alexander Szendrei does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Alexander Szendrei offer?
Alexander Szendrei offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Alexander Szendrei?
Alexander Szendrei can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Alexander Szendrei?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.