Valerio Alessandri
(He/Him, They/Them)
Counsellor & Art Counsellor
Available for new clients
As a counsellor, I support people through life changes and relationships with empathy and creativity, using conversation, reflection, and creativity to explore themselves and discover new possibilities.
I specialize in:
At a glance
Last active
Experienced on It's Complicated7 months on It's Complicated
Note from ValerioOpen to new clients exploring identity, relationships, and life changes in English or Italian.
Usually responds within 2 hours
About me
Life changes, relationship struggles, and moments of uncertainty can feel overwhelming. I know this not only from my work but also from my own journey: living in different countries, facing career transitions, and learning to embrace authenticity in my relationships. These experiences shape the way I support clients with empathy, sensitivity, and openness.
As a professional counsellor, art counsellor and musician, I bring creativity into the therapeutic process. Together we can use conversation, self-reflection, and sometimes, if it feels right, artistic tools, like writing, movement, or voice work, to help you explore yourself and discover new possibilities.
I speak:
EnglishItalian
Location:
20132 Milan, Italy
Media Gallery
Approach
Treatment Approaches
Art therapyRecommended for those who feel more comfortable expressing emotions through creativity and want to explore their feelings through art rather than talking.
CounsellingRecommended for those who want to talk through their emotional challenges with a professional in a safe, supportive environment.
Holistic approachRecommended for those who want to address their mental health through a balanced focus on mind, body, and spirit.
In our sessions, we’ll start with what feels most present for you — whether that’s a relationship issue, a feeling of confusion, or the need for change. I adapt my approach to your pace, drawing from humanistic, relational, and creative methods.
Sometimes this means talking and reflecting; other times, exploring emotions through simple art, movement, or focusing techniques. My goal is to help you feel more connected, self-compassionate, and authentic in your daily life.
I use an integrative style, adapting different approaches and techniques to your unique needs and goals. Whether you want to strengthen relationships, manage life transitions, or find more confidence in yourself, I can help you improve your quality of life with compassion and clarity.
My aim is to help you feel more free, authentic, and connected, in your relationships, work, and everyday life, and give you support to get through life challenges with more awareness.
If you’re ready to take the next step, I’d be glad to walk alongside you.
Experience
7 months at It's Complicated
- Counsellor - Freelance
- Counselling Group Facilitator (HeartWork - Group on Relationships, Online)
- Counselling Group Facilitator (Virada - Group on Work and Career, Aspic Milano)
- Counsellor (Progetto Teseo, Milan, Italy)
- Clinical Psychology Trainee (Studio LiberaMente, Milano, Italy)
- Psychodrama Internship (Studio di Psicodramma, Milan, Italy)
Education
- Integrative Counselling Diploma (Aspic, Milan, Italy)
- Art Counseling Diploma (Aspic, Milan, Italy)
- Focusing Diploma (Milano Focusing School, Milan, Italy)
- The Invisible Lion Certificate (London, UK)
- Currently Studying for a Master’s Degree (Level 7) in Clinical Psychology (Università degli Studi Guglielmo Marconi, Rome, Italy)
Services
Intro Call
Free • 15 min • Online & In-person
Individual Session
€50 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Individual Session
Sliding scale€30 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Couples Session
€70 • 50 min • Online & In-person
Group Session
€20 • 2 hr • Online & In-person
Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
Last active
Experienced on It's Complicated7 months on It's Complicated
Note from ValerioOpen to new clients exploring identity, relationships, and life changes in English or Italian.
Usually responds within 2 hours
Explore more
My publications
When the World Feels Heavy: How to Cope with Political Stresshttps://www.valerioacounseling.com/how-to-cope-with-political-stress
Overcoming Relationship Challenges: 5 Tips for Reconnecting with Your Loved One(s)https://www.valerioacounseling.com/relationship-challenges
5 Life-Changing Benefits of Counselling for Expatshttps://www.valerioacounseling.com/counselling-for-expats-in-milan
Next available: Oct 23