- Attachment work
- CBT elements
- Mindfulness practice
About Craig
Craig Limbert is a BACP counsellor with 30 years of experience working in the United Kingdom. He helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. Craig also works with concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, body image, chronic illness and a range of personality-related difficulties. He offers counselling in English and has experience supporting people from diverse cultural and sexual orientation backgrounds.
Craig uses a blend of person-centred and psychodynamic approaches alongside elements of gestalt theory. He focuses on what is happening for a person in the present moment and how early life experiences shape current patterns. Sessions begin by agreeing clear goals and a joint working contract to guide the process.
Across his career he has worked in NHS and social care settings, and in community charities. Roles have included mental health social work, care co-ordination, team management and supporting people with severe and enduring mental health needs. He has provided CBT within GP settings and has experience with crisis support and advocacy work.
Training includes an advanced diploma in counselling and several diplomas in mental health, social work and practice teaching. More recent study includes a certificate in clinical supervision. Craig draws on this varied background when helping people untangle difficult emotions and everyday pressures.
When people come with trauma, depression or anxiety he aims to help them make sense of patterns and find practical ways forward. The work is collaborative and paced to the individual. He welcomes people of all genders and sexual orientations who wish to address the concerns listed above.
How therapeutic approaches shape online counselling
Craig often uses attachment-based ideas, client-centred principles and cognitive behavioural techniques in his work. Attachment-based work looks at how early relationships affect current connections and helps people notice and change repeating patterns. Client-centred work focuses on the person's own perspective and priorities, giving space to describe what feels difficult and what matters most. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, emotions and actions and can offer practical ways to manage anxiety, low mood or unhelpful thinking.Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will work with the client to decide what fits best based on needs, goals and how they like to work. That collaboration means the plan can shift as things change or new issues come up.
The practical benefits of online sessions depend on the formats available, so please confirm specific session options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into study, work or busy routines. It can allow shorter check-ins when needed, reduce travel time and make it simpler to attend from different locations. Discussing preferred session rhythm, focus and practical arrangements will be part of the first meetings so sessions suit day-to-day life.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes, among other concerns listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a person-centred approach with psychodynamic and gestalt influences, and incorporates methods such as attachment-based and cognitive behavioural ideas where helpful.
How much experience does he have?
He has 30 years' experience working in mental health services, charities and social care settings across the UK.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a BACP counsellor and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to get started.
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