Christoper Schippers-Wakeling, BACP

Christoper Schippers-Wakeling is a UK-credentialed therapist with four years of professional experience and holds the BACP credential, which denotes membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He specialises in supporting people who are struggling with stress and anxiety, intimacy-related difficulties, anger management and motivation, and concerns around self-esteem and confidence.

He works collaboratively to build an open, non-judgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and understood. Christoper focuses on practical, compassionate support that helps clients take the first steps toward meaningful change. He recognises that seeking help takes courage and aims to empower clients by clarifying goals, developing coping strategies, and strengthening self-belief.

Christoper adapts his approach to each person, guiding them through relationship challenges, life transitions, and the everyday pressures that can undermine wellbeing. His practice emphasises collaboration and steady progress, helping individuals move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Evidence-informed approaches for online therapy

Christoper uses evidence-based techniques that focus on practical coping skills and relational patterns. One approach emphasizes building concrete skills to manage stress and anxiety, teaching breathing, pacing, and thought-challenging techniques that help reduce overwhelm and increase day-to-day functioning. Another strand of his work concentrates on attachment and relationship patterns, exploring how early connections influence intimacy and communication and supporting clients to form healthier, more satisfying relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is decided collaboratively. Christoper works with clients to identify their needs, goals, and preferences, and then tailors methods to fit each person rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in shaping their care.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into a busy life or when in-person meetings are not possible. These formats allow registered professionals and therapists to provide consistent support across distances while accommodating different communication styles and practical needs.