Christopher Atkinson, NCPS
UK therapist focused on stress and trauma
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Relationship support
About Christopher Atkinson
Christopher Atkinson is a United Kingdom based therapist with 14 years of professional experience who holds the NCPS credential, a marker of professional registration. He specialises in supporting people with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and challenges with anger. Christopher works from a viewpoint that the client is the expert of their own story and that personal strengths are central to making meaningful change.
He recognises that seeking a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, and he offers steady support and empowerment as clients take initial steps toward change. His practice emphasises listening, validation, and helping clients access their own resources to cope with difficult emotions and life transitions. Christopher aims to create a collaborative therapeutic relationship that helps people build confidence, develop coping strategies, and move toward their goals.
He recognises that seeking a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, and he offers steady support and empowerment as clients take initial steps toward change. His practice emphasises listening, validation, and helping clients access their own resources to cope with difficult emotions and life transitions. Christopher aims to create a collaborative therapeutic relationship that helps people build confidence, develop coping strategies, and move toward their goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy
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.
Client-Centered Care and Online Accessibility
Client-Centered Therapy is at the heart of Christopher's approach. This style focuses on listening carefully, reflecting the client's experience, and working at a pace that feels comfortable. It helps people explore feelings, build self-understanding, and address concerns such as anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship difficulties.Alongside that, his practice emphasises a strengths-focused, empowering stance that recognises clients as the experts on their own lives. This means therapy is collaborative - the therapist and client work together to identify goals, try different ways of coping, and adjust the approach as needs and preferences evolve.
Online sessions offer practical flexibility for people with busy schedules, geographic constraints, or mobility needs. Christopher provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication styles and moments of need. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life while maintaining continuity of care with registered professionals who tailor the work to each person's situation.
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