The ALEX project was set up by Sex Workers, for Sex Workers. We can provide a variety of services both in person and online (see below), with your first point of contact being those who have lived experience of the industry themselves. 

Our counselling service is here to support people who may be struggling with their mental health and wellbeing. Counselling is where you work with a trained therapist to explore your emotions and feelings in a private and confidential space. 

You may wish to use the time to talk about current difficulties or experiences from the past. Sometimes therapists may support you through finding other creative ways to explore your feelings, such as through art and movement.

Therapists are unlikely to give advice or provide direct advocacy (unlike our other services), but can help you to think about your situation, and to process your feelings. At the ALEX project, you would be committing to attending weekly sessions (50 minutes each) with a therapist for 12 weeks, either in-person or online.

We also run a number of therapy groups across the year, using creative modalities (e.g. Dance/movement, art) as a way to help people connect with each other and express themselves. Group therapy is also run by a trained therapist, who supports group members to process their feelings and experiences with the support of one another.  

Peer support can be emotional, practical, or knowledge-based support from someone who has the same lived experience as you. The ALEX team is made up of current and former SWers. So you know the person you're speaking to understands the unique challenges faced within the industry and is supporting you with respect and understanding.

Whether housing, benefits, wellbeing, sexual health, DV or substance issues - we offer support on a wide range of topics, big and small, so just reach out! You can have peer support conversations with the ALEX team during outreach sessions, or by phone or email, without giving us any personal details.