Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Counselling & Therapy Services Birmingham
Time To Change is a private online therapy service founded by Alex Pledger, a Senior Accredited Therapist with over 15 years of clinical experience. We specialise in integrative therapy combining person-centred, cognitive behavioural, and psychodynamic approaches to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Our practice is built on creating safe, non-judgmental spaces for clients to explore root causes of distress and develop practical coping strategies. We offer both open-ended counselling and structured therapeutic coaching tailored to individual needs. With a commitment to professional excellence, we are BACP-registered and collaborate with leading health insurers.Our approach balances compassionate support with gentle challenge to facilitate lasting personal growth. We prioritise accessibility through nationwide online sessions via Zoom or Skype, accommodating flexible appointment times. Our track record of helping hundreds of clients demonstrates our effectiveness in transforming mental wellbeing through evidence-based practices. We maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering personal connections that make therapy feel normal and approachable. Our services extend to supporting fellow therapists through accreditation mentoring and private practice development, reflecting our dedication to advancing the counselling profession.
Services
Counselling
Therapeutic Coaching
Clinical Supervision
Accreditation Mentoring
Private Practice Mentoring
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 15+ years of clinical experience with proven client outcomes
- Integrative therapy combining three evidence-based approaches
- BACP-registered practitioners with insurance partnerships
- Flexible online sessions via Zoom/Skype nationwide
- Dual focus on client therapy and professional therapist development
Associations and certifications
- BACP
What people say
Supportive
Non-judgmental
Life-changing
Practical strategies
Safe space
Services
Counselling
Open-ended integrative therapy addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma through combined person-centred, CBT, and psychodynamic approaches. Sessions explore root causes while building coping strategies. Ideal for clients seeking comprehensive mental health transformation through weekly 50-minute online sessions.
Therapeutic Coaching
Structured six-session programmes targeting specific issues like stress management or communication skills. Uses SMART goal-setting with practical tasks between sessions. Best suited for clients in stable mental health seeking focused improvements in defined life areas through solution-oriented approaches.
Clinical Supervision
Professional mentoring for therapists combining person-centred, psychodynamic, and solution-focused methods. Supports practice development, accreditation preparation, and ethical decision-making. Delivered through secure online sessions with experienced BACP-accredited supervisors.
Accreditation Mentoring
Guidance through BACP accreditation process including criteria interpretation, written work feedback, and application structuring. Combines practical advice with emotional support to help therapists achieve professional recognition efficiently.
Private Practice Mentoring
Business mentoring for therapists establishing or growing private practices. Covers legal frameworks, marketing strategies, and work-life balance. Delivered by experienced practitioner with 17 years of private practice expertise.
People
Alex Pledger
Counsellor
Senior BACP-accredited therapist with 15+ years clinical experience. Specialises in integrative therapy for anxiety, depression, and trauma. Also supports therapists through accreditation mentoring and private practice development.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide integrative counselling combining person-centred, CBT, and psychodynamic approaches, plus structured therapeutic coaching for specific goals.
Are sessions available online?
Yes, all sessions are conducted securely via Zoom or Skype nationwide, with flexible weekday appointment times.
How qualified are your therapists?
Our lead therapist Alex Pledger is BACP Senior Accredited with 15+ years clinical experience and health insurer partnerships.
What issues do you typically address?
We specialise in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, work-life balance, and self-esteem issues through evidence-based methods.
Do you offer short-term options?
Yes, our therapeutic coaching provides 6-session structured programmes focused on specific challenges with practical action plans.
Reviews (1)
David Pledger
Sep 21, 2013
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I decided to seek counselling after a very traumatic breakup with my partner. I wanted to understand my feelings, not just to be able to move forward, but to be able to use this difficult experience to grow. I found Alexs website, liked it, and we arranged a meeting within days. Immediately I met Alex, I knew she was the right person for me. I found it easy to be open and honest with her about my thoughts and feelings, and she was able to help me unravel emotions that had been influencing me all my life. Finally I understood what was going on! With Alex by my side, I have been able to become
