- Client-centred approach
- Emotion-focused work
- Mindfulness tools
About Chris
Chris Nicholls is a counsellor registered with the BACP with five years' experience. He has run more than 3,000 sessions and works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and family issues, addiction, ADHD and coping with major life changes.
He uses an interactive, person-centred style that lets the client set the pace. Sessions aim to be non-judgemental and collaborative, with the counsellor offering practical ways to manage what feels overwhelming. He also supports people dealing with bereavement, illness, caregiver strain and intimacy or attachment concerns.
Chris combines approaches rather than sticking to one fixed method. He draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside client-centred ways of working, mindfulness and solution-focused ideas to help people notice patterns and try new responses. That mix is used to suit the issue the person brings, not to force a single model.
Sessions typically involve talking through what is happening now, identifying small changes to try, and checking what works. Mindfulness techniques may be introduced to reduce stress or improve sleep. Solution-focused tools can help with practical steps around work, study or relationships.
He practices in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration. Sessions are conducted in English. Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and then schedules a first session via the See online therapy options button.
Therapeutic approaches used and how online sessions work
Chris blends Emotionally-Focused Therapy with client-centred and mindfulness methods. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people notice and work with strong emotions in relationships and personal difficulties. Client-centred work focuses on the person's perspective and sets the pace based on what they want to address. Mindfulness techniques teach short practices to reduce stress, improve sleep and manage overwhelming moments.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client decide together which methods to try, reviewing what helps and adjusting the plan as needed. That collaborative process aims to match techniques to the person's goals and preferences rather than imposing a single route.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around study, shifts or travel, and it can allow shorter check-ins or sessions without needing to be on camera. Registered or accredited professionals can offer practical tools, mindful exercises and solution-focused steps that translate well to remote sessions and day-to-day life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Chris work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addiction, ADHD, relationship and family issues, and coping with life changes among other areas.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centred, interactive style where the client controls the tempo and sessions are collaborative.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years' experience and has carried out over 3,000 sessions.
What credentials and location apply?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered to people based in the United Kingdom.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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