MEET ALEX
Course Leader and Co-Creator of Opening Up CPD
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Introducing Alex Sanderson-Shortt, a dedicated therapist and educator committed to supporting diverse and marginalised communities. Alex brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for social justice to their work.
Alex holds a Master’s Degree in Relationship Therapy (Systemic & Psychodynamic) and is an advanced accredited GSRD (Gender, Sexual, and Relationship Diverse) therapist. As a clinical associate of Pink Therapy, Alex has written and taught on Relate’s Level 4 & 5 courses in Relationship Therapy for over 7 years, and continues to deliver CPD training for counsellors.
Alex works in private practice and has contributed to various charity organisations. He has also written a regular column on queer relationships for BACP Private Practice magazine.
“The word privilege gets used a lot; but when it comes to the work I do, it really is a privilege to be able to work with incredible people who I see in my practice. I’m constantly amazed at the richness of human experience. Even though I hear awful stories and see people dealing with pain, fear, and anger – I also see beauty, wonder, healing, and resilience.
I’ve learnt so much from my clients and been witness to change, hope, growth, and joy. Working with people who never imagined they would be heard and held in a safe space, or that they could experience contentment and happiness in their lives, is a constant source of wonder to me. And sometimes it’s bloody hard, but always worthwhile.
Getting to spend every day in conversation with the infinite variety of the human experience of love and relationships is, indeed, a privilege.”
— Alex Sanderson-Shortt