- Client-Centred Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Cross-cultural interest
About Chris
Chris Orton is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with three years of practice. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship concerns, and those struggling with self-esteem, grief, trauma and life changes. He also supports people with issues around identity, ADHD, eating and intimacy-related difficulties.
Chris uses a client-centred approach that focuses on understanding each person's experience. Sessions are conversational and aim to help people make sense of thoughts, feelings and repeating patterns. The emphasis is on listening closely and reflecting what matters to the client rather than imposing advice.
He also draws on existential ideas to help people question what matters to them now. That can be useful after big life shifts such as career change, loss, or changes in relationships. Conversations often look at personal values, responsibility and the experience of meaning in day-to-day life.
In practice he aims to be present and to build trust so people feel able to talk about difficult topics. He pays attention to how wider social pressures and family background affect emotional wellbeing. This helps people to see which problems come from inside themselves and which come from external pressures.
Before private practice he worked in a university counselling service where he supported a diverse student group. Chris trained at postgraduate level in counselling and psychotherapy and holds BACP registration. He accepts international clients and offers sessions in English.
To begin, he asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session using the see online therapy options button. Session fees vary with location and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How his approaches work in online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters to the client. It helps people feel heard, name their experiences and explore choices without being told what to do. This approach suits issues like low self-esteem, relationship questions and managing anxiety.Existential Therapy looks at meaning, values and the experience of major life changes. It supports people who are asking what comes next after work, health or relationship changes by helping them clarify priorities and accept difficult emotions alongside choices.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss what feels most useful and adapt the style based on the client's goals, needs and preferences. That collaboration helps shape session focus and pace as therapy continues.
Session formats are not specified in the available biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove the need to travel. Many people find that remote sessions help maintain consistency during life transitions while still covering the same therapeutic topics as face-to-face work.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and self-esteem issues, plus grief, trauma, eating and intimacy-related concerns among others.
How does he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He uses client-centred conversations and existential ideas to help people clarify what matters and how they experience choices after life changes.
What is his background and experience?
He has three years of clinical practice and previously worked in a university counselling service supporting a diverse student group.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works from the United Kingdom.
Can I have sessions in other languages or from abroad?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not list specific formats.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.