NCPS

Christopher Atkinson, NCPS

Therapist in the UK

Christopher is a NCPS therapist in the UK.

14+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
Approaches include Client-Centered Therapy

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About Christopher

Christopher Atkinson is a UK-licensed therapist with 14 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and anger management. He works from a belief that each person is the expert on their own story and that existing strengths can be drawn on to overcome present challenges. Christopher frames therapy as a collaborative process in which courage to seek change is met with steady support and practical empowerment.

He holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling qualification that reflects formal training and adherence to recognised practice standards. Clients can expect a warm, nonjudgmental approach focused on listening, validating experience, and helping to identify steps toward greater well-being and fulfilment. Christopher aims to accompany people as they navigate difficult emotions and life transitions, offering guidance that is grounded in respect for the client’s perspective and pace.

Throughout his work he emphasises practical coping strategies alongside exploration of the underlying issues that contribute to distress. Christopher’s approach is calm, compassionate, and focused on helping clients build resilience and clearer relationships with themselves and others.

Areas of expertise

Experience

14+ years

Credentials

NCPS

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse GriefAnger managementAddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issues

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Parenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD

Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy

Also listed for

Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome

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Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hearing impaired HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Visually impaired Workplace issues Young adult issues

Client-Centered Care and Online Therapy Options

Christopher Atkinson primarily practices client-centered therapy, which means he places the client’s experience and perspective at the heart of the work. This approach involves active, empathetic listening and creating a space where clients set the pace and focus; it is often helpful for issues such as stress, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship concerns, and anger. By emphasizing the client’s strengths and autonomy, client-centered work helps people explore feelings, make sense of difficult experiences, and identify their own solutions.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Christopher will work collaboratively with each person to determine what methods and goals fit best with their needs, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting the style of sessions over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people with busy lives or limited local options. Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy around work, family, and other commitments. For many clients, these options increase accessibility and continuity of care while still allowing meaningful, supportive work with registered professionals and therapists.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Christopher Atkinson have?

Christopher Atkinson has 14 years of professional experience.

Is Christopher Atkinson a registered therapist?

Yes. He holds the NCPS credential.

In which languages does Christopher Atkinson provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Christopher Atkinson located?

He is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Christopher Atkinson as my therapist?

You can work with Christopher Atkinson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Christopher Atkinson work with international clients?

Yes, Christopher Atkinson works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Christopher Atkinson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.