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Porta1985
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5 star rating
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Number of ratings17 Number of reviews14 Listens toOver 18 LanguagesEnglish Listener sinceSep 23, 2022 Last activein last month GenderMale PathStep 82 People helped34 Chats129 Group support chats0 Listener group chats4 Forum posts13 Forum upvotes16
Bio

I have a number of Diplomas in mental health covering Psychology, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and counselling. I am a father, full time worker and animal lover. I enjoy meeting and conversing with new people and very much interested in helping people live their best life and supporting those in need. 

Feedback & Reviews
Alan is very easy to connect with. He really cares and understands. He has helped me through so many difficult periods. He has helped me so much in regaining my confidence back and shown me how to value myself. I cant thank you enough Alan!
Always lovely to talk to. A great listener, never judgemental and really seems to understand and empathise with you.
Alan is such a kind, compassionate, understanding gentleman. He is always able to help me work through difficult moments and troubled times. He is amazing at always making you see the best in every situation and relieving you of self doubt. He lifts you up and gives you real strength. I shall forever be grateful to him for his support and encouragement.
Seems a good person who makes an effort.
A very good listener with good tips
He is a fantastic listener. Open to discussing anything and completely non-judgmental.
Great listener. Made me feel reassured with myself and was comforting and nice. Thank you for your time, you do a great job! :) 5/5
He's actually pretty good. Polite, I like this about him
He was validating and did a good job of putting himself in my shoes in order to talk me through an emotional situation. Thank you.
I am heard. His gentle and encouraging words helped me to a lot I am going through. Recommendable.
amazing listener
Excellent listener with compassionate feedback. While nothing is a panacea this worked greatly.
Super kind and helpful and thoughtful listener. Thank you!
Truly a good listener
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