Chris Wilson, BACP

Chris Wilson is a counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with a BACP accreditation. He uses an integrative-relational way of working that draws on several approaches to suit each person. He aims to create a warm and respectful space where people can talk about difficult things without judgement.

Chris helps with a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, relationship and self-esteem difficulties. He also supports people facing life changes, grief, addiction and problems connected to intimacy and family dynamics. He has particular experience with ADHD, anger, career questions and issues around body image and commitment.

His background includes work in a prison setting, where he supported people with addiction, trauma and anger issues. He has also worked with athletes and performers on transitions such as injury and retirement. Those roles helped him learn how to work with intense life changes and practical setbacks.

In private practice he sees people dealing with everyday strains and deeper long-term concerns. Sessions focus on what matters most to the individual, with the therapeutic style chosen to match their goals. He invites people to set the pace and make adjustments along the way.

Chris describes the first steps as courageous and simple: talk about what feels hardest, name a few goals, and try small changes between sessions. He aims to support steady progress rather than promise quick fixes.

How Chris uses therapy approaches online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice painful thoughts and feelings without them getting in the way of the life they value. It can help with anxiety, depression and struggles with motivation by encouraging practical steps tied to personal values.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and current relational patterns affect close relationships today. It can help people understand trust, intimacy and family dynamics that contribute to repeat problems.

Client-Centred Therapy puts the person at the heart of the process, with the counsellor offering empathic listening and gentle reflection so people can find their own answers and pace of change.

Finding the right approach is usually a joint process. The therapist will talk through goals and preferences, try different ways of working and adapt the approach as things evolve. This makes it easier to test what helps and change direction if needed.

If you are considering online work, please confirm the exact session formats before booking. Online options may help fit therapy into a busy week and reduce travel time. They can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or make it easier to attend when juggling appointments, travel or other commitments. Registered or accredited professionals can use these ways of working to support steady progress toward your goals.