- Client-centred approach
- Practical coping steps
- Support for grief
About Christopher
Christopher Atkinson is a counsellor with NCPS and 14 years of experience working in the United Kingdom. He focuses on helping people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma, grief and anger. He presents a straightforward, respectful approach and aims to support people wanting change in their lives.
He places the client at the centre of the work and treats each person as the expert in their own story. Sessions are built around listening carefully and helping people notice their strengths. The emphasis is on practical steps that can be used between meetings as well as in the room.
Christopher has worked with a wide range of concerns including addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting strain and low self-esteem. He also supports people managing longer-term conditions such as bipolar and chronic illness, and addresses issues like codependency and attachment difficulties.
His background includes many years helping people cope with life changes, grief and compassion fatigue. Those who come for help with anger or trauma can expect a calm and steady presence, and support to create safer patterns over time.
People who prefer a collaborative, person-focused way of working may find his style approachable. He encourages clear goals and practical strategies while keeping the client’s pace central to the work.
How a client-centred approach works online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an accepting, non-judgemental space where the person leads the conversation. The counsellor listens deeply, reflects what they hear and helps the person find their own solutions; this approach often suits people dealing with anxiety, grief, relationship strain and codependency.The process of finding the right approach is collaborative. The counsellor will talk through your goals, try different ways of working and adjust based on what feels most helpful. Decisions about pace and focus are shared so the plan reflects your needs and preferences.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into everyday life by reducing travel time and offering more flexible scheduling. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or sessions that do not require being on camera, depending on the arrangements offered. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm current session options before booking to ensure they match your needs.
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Experience
14+ years
Credentials
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Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does this counsellor help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger and addictions, among other concerns. Codependency and relationship-related issues are also within his focus areas.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centred approach that places the person’s experience at the centre of the work. Sessions focus on listening, recognising strengths and developing practical steps to try between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has 14 years of professional experience supporting people with a range of emotional and life challenges. His work includes helping clients cope with long-term conditions and major life changes.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds NCPS and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are accepted. Confirm timing and any practical details when arranging sessions.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.