- Warm and non-judgemental
- Practical talking therapy
- Holistic approach
About Chris
Chris Stavri is a counsellor with 22 years' experience who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship strain. He also supports those dealing with grief, addiction, low self-esteem and career uncertainty. Chris lists coping with natural or human-caused disaster among his focus areas and works with a broad range of personal and emotional challenges.
Chris writes plainly and draws on a mix of practical talking therapy methods. He aims for a warm, non-judgemental tone and encourages people to talk through their worries. Sessions are presented as a space to build self-awareness, strengthen decision making and increase confidence.
He describes a holistic outlook that pays attention to mind, body and spirit. That outlook is applied alongside named approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, plus client-centred and attachment-informed work. The aim is to help people notice patterns, try small changes and learn different ways to respond to difficult feelings.
Chris is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He has written a self-help book called Know You Can Change that reflects his interest in personal development and spiritual perspectives. His experience spans a wide variety of life changes and long-term difficulties.
People who meet him can expect straightforward conversation and practical suggestions. He describes counselling as a process rather than a quick fix and works with clients to set realistic goals. To begin, users should follow the site's matching process and schedule according to availability.
Therapeutic approaches and online counselling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters to them and take small, values-based steps even when feelings are difficult. It is often useful for anxiety, low mood and coping with major life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviours to reduce symptoms like anxiety and insomnia. It tends to be practical and goal-focused. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in close relationships and how early experiences shape present-day responses; it can help with intimacy problems and attachment issues.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try methods that fit the client's needs, goals and preferences. That choice is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Check the session formats offered before you book so you know how appointments are arranged. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, childcare or travel, and it can reduce the need for travel time. It also lets people choose shorter check-ins or longer sessions as required and can make follow-up notes and resources easier to share. Ask about the available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so arrangements suit everyday life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can Chris help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, addictions, parenting and a wide range of other personal concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He describes a warm, non-judgemental and practical style that encourages open sharing and steady self-awareness work.
How long has he worked in this field?
He has 22 years of experience working as a counsellor and psychotherapist and has authored a self-help book on change and development.
What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any regional or scheduling details when you arrange sessions.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a course of therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.