Chris Holden, BACP
Chris Holden is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with thirty years of experience in training, leadership coaching and decision-making.
About Chris
Chris Holden is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with thirty years of experience in training, leadership coaching and decision-making. He offers calm, straightforward support for common problems such as stress, anxiety, addiction recovery, self-esteem and career concerns. Chris keeps sessions simple and focused so people can talk through what matters most to them and find practical ways forward.
His background includes leadership and communication roles where he developed high-stakes communication and conflict resolution skills.
Background and approach
That experience informs how he helps people untangle difficult conversations and rebuild confidence. He draws on person-centred counselling principles to create a respectful, non-judgemental space for each session. Chris often works with people facing life transitions and those trying to recover from drug or alcohol problems.
He also focuses on attachment issues, codependency, isolation and fatherhood concerns among other areas. Sessions aim to identify the patterns that keep problems alive and to test different ways of handling them. Practical tools and clear feedback are common in his work.
He helps clients experiment with new behaviours between sessions and reflects on what does and does not help. Progress is usually gradual and built from small, realistic steps. People who choose Chris tend to want a down-to-earth counsellor who listens carefully, asks direct questions and offers steady support.
He collaborates with each person to set goals and to work at a pace that suits their life.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 411578 | January 2027 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Chris works with
Everything Chris lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that suit their needs, goals and preferences. Together they review what helps and adjust the approach as progress is made, so therapy stays relevant and goal-focused.
Online therapy can use video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text messaging to fit different lives. Video calls are close to face-to-face and useful for deeper conversations, while phone sessions can be quicker and need less bandwidth. Live chat or text-based messaging can suit shorter check-ins, ongoing reflection or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit counselling around work, family or other commitments.
Frequently asked
What issues does Chris help with?
Chris helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem, career concerns and coping with life changes. He also focuses on attachment issues, codependency, isolation and other related areas.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is person-centred and practical, with a calm, non-judgemental approach. He listens closely, asks direct questions and uses clear feedback to help people try new ways of coping.
What kind of background does he bring?
He has thirty years of experience in training, leadership coaching and decision-making. That background gives him strong skills in communication and conflict resolution relevant to personal issues.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the BACP.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging depending on the person’s preference.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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