Craig Lilburn, BACP, NCPS
Craig Lilburn offers calm, clear support for people feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of their next step.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
- +4 more
About Craig
Craig Lilburn offers calm, clear support for people feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of their next step. He listens without judgement and helps people talk through stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationship worries, trauma, and addictions. Craig aims to make the first step feel manageable and straightforward.
He uses a client-centred way of working that treats the person as the expert in their own life. That means sessions focus on understanding your perspective and helping you discover what matters to you.
Background and approach
He also draws on cognitive behavioural therapy, which looks at how thoughts and actions affect mood and behaviour. Craig has three years' experience as a counsellor and holds BACP and NCPS credentials. He works with people who are dealing with guilt, shame, life purpose questions, or the ongoing effects of past events.
The approach is practical and conversational rather than overly technical. Sessions are tailored to each person's pace and needs. Some people prefer to work through specific skills and strategies, while others find it more helpful to explore feelings and personal history.
Craig aims to balance short-term tools with longer term personal insight. He offers sessions in English and accepts clients from outside the United Kingdom. The focus is on forming a trusting working relationship so people feel able to tackle whatever brought them to therapy.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 415397 | June 2026 |
| NCPS | NCS23-03353 | August 2026 |
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 Craig works with
Everything Craig lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
Approaches Craig lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, emotions and behaviours connect. It uses practical exercises and simple tools to change patterns that keep problems locked in. CBT is often used for anxiety, low mood and unhelpful coping habits.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Craig will discuss different ways of working and decide together what fits your needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative decision can change over time as you learn what helps most.
Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls let you have a face-to-face conversation from wherever you are. Phone sessions can be quicker and need less bandwidth. Live chat or messaging suits shorter check-ins or when typing feels easier than speaking. These options help people fit sessions around work, family and travel commitments, and make it simpler to keep continuity of care when routines change.
Frequently asked
What problems does Craig commonly help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and addictions. He also focuses on guilt, shame and life purpose questions.
What style of therapy can I expect?
Sessions blend client-centred counselling with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). That means you get empathetic listening alongside practical techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years' experience working as a counsellor. That experience informs a straightforward, conversational approach to common mental health concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
Craig holds BACP and NCPS credentials and practices from the United Kingdom. These credentials are listed exactly as provided.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English. International working arrangements are supported.
What formats are available for sessions?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules. These options let people choose a format that fits their routine and comfort level.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start therapy with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to therapist availability.
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