- Client-Centred Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- BACP registered
About Chris
Chris Orton is a counsellor registered with the BACP and has three years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem struggles, depression, grief and life changes. He also works with concerns connected to trauma, LGBT matters, intimacy, eating difficulties, anger and ADHD.
Chris uses a person-centred way of working that focuses on what matters to the individual. Sessions aim to make sense of patterns in thinking, feeling and behaviour so people can try different ways of responding. Conversations are straightforward and meant to build clearer self-understanding rather than to rush to quick fixes.
He also draws on existential ideas to look at meaning, values and the wider challenges people face. That can include how social and cultural pressures affect daily life and feelings. Taking a broader view helps when problems feel linked to things outside the individual.
Chris says the relationship between counsellor and person is central. He aims to listen closely, reflect back what he hears and slowly explore emotions and beliefs together. The person sets the pace and depth of the work so sessions proceed at a comfortable rhythm.
Before private practice he worked in a university counselling service, helping a diverse student group. He qualified at postgraduate level in counselling and psychotherapy and is registered with the BACP. He is interested in cross-cultural therapy and pays attention to difference and diversity in his work.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what you say so you can make sense of your experience. Online sessions using this approach tend to centre on open conversation, building trust and letting you set the pace while the counsellor mirrors and clarifies what matters to you.Existential Therapy looks at meaning, choice and life pressures. In an online setting this can help when problems relate to wider social or cultural issues, or when someone feels stuck and wants to talk about values, identity or direction.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will work with you to decide which ideas and ways of working suit your needs, goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change as the work progresses.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow steadier contact from different locations. Some people also find that shorter check-ins or not being on camera can help them engage more comfortably. Registered or accredited professionals, including counsellors, can adapt sessions to practical constraints and daily life.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationships, low self-esteem, depression, grief, trauma, LGBT concerns and related issues listed on his profile.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He works in a person-centred way, listening closely and helping you explore thoughts and feelings. He also uses existential ideas to discuss meaning and wider life pressures.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of experience, including work in a university counselling service before private practice.
What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I have sessions in another language or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
Which session formats are used for meetings?
The biography does not list session formats explicitly, so please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.