James Christelow, BACP
James Christelow is a counsellor who works in a warm, respectful way.
About James
James Christelow is a counsellor who works in a warm, respectful way. He uses a client-centred approach to make people feel heard and valued from the first session. He has five years of practice and holds BACP accreditation, which shows a professional commitment to ethical counselling.
Sessions are offered in English and take place with people in the United Kingdom. International clients are not accepted. In practice he blends gentle, person-focused listening with practical goal work.
Background and approach
That means offering space to talk through feelings, then helping people set small, realistic steps to change. He commonly helps with stress, anxiety, grief, life transitions and intimacy-related concerns. James also supports people dealing with identity-related questions and LGBT matters, plus challenges such as ADHD, trauma and relationship worries.
He works with issues around sleep, parenting strain, self-esteem and career questions, and can talk about more complex topics like chronic illness, bereavement and end-of-life concerns. Sessions can use mindfulness exercises to calm the body and attention, and psychodynamic ideas to look at repeating patterns from earlier life.
He aims to match the approach to each person’s needs, shifting between listening, practical solutions and reflective exploration. To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and book according to availability.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 395690 | September 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 James works with
Everything James lists, in their own terms.
- LGBT
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Coping with life changes
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Body image
- Cancer
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Infidelity
- Life purpose
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-harm
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches James 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
Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist listens to your goals and preferences, then suggests a way forward. That might be mostly listening and reflection, short practical steps to try between sessions, or some mindfulness practice to use each day. Adjustments are made together as needs change.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video works well for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can fit a short break during a busy day and need less bandwidth. Live chat or messaging can suit quick check-ins or people who prefer not to use a camera. These options give flexibility to fit therapy around work, family and daily life, and make regular contact easier to maintain.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does James help with?
He works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, stress, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma, parenting strain, sleeping difficulties, self-esteem and career questions.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He begins from a client-centred stance, offering empathic listening, and uses solution-focused tasks and mindfulness alongside psychodynamic reflection when helpful.
How much experience does he have?
James has five years of counselling experience working with adults on varied emotional and practical problems.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is accredited with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
What session formats are available?
Work is offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and routines.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start therapy with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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