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Christopher Atkinson, NCPS

UK therapist supporting healing and growth
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Grief and loss

About Christopher Atkinson

Christopher Atkinson is a UK-licensed therapist with 12 years of professional experience who supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and anger-related challenges. He holds the NCPS credential (a professional credential) and brings a practical, compassionate approach to each therapeutic relationship, meeting people where they are and helping them build on existing strengths.

He has worked with individuals dealing with trauma and abuse, guiding them through the process of making sense of painful experiences and finding ways to move forward. He also offers focused support for grief and loss, helping clients navigate the intense emotions that follow bereavement or other significant endings. In matters of anger management he helps clients identify triggers, develop coping strategies, and cultivate healthier responses.

Christopher views each person as the expert of their own story and centers therapy on the client’s experience. He emphasizes clients' strengths and the courage it takes to pursue a more fulfilling life, offering support and empowerment throughout the change process. His practice is grounded in respect, collaboration, and a belief in each person’s capacity for growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefAnger management

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 experience.

Is Christopher Atkinson a licensed therapist?

Yes. Christopher Atkinson holds the NCPS credential, a professional credential.

In which languages does Christopher Atkinson provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Christopher Atkinson located?

Christopher Atkinson 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 canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.

Could remote therapy be the right fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions - online therapy is widely used and can offer outcomes comparable to traditional in-person care.

One of the clearest advantages is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the format that best fits their needs - by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to incorporate therapy into busy lives.

Licensed professionals deliver care through these remote options, and clients have the option to change therapists if they are looking for a different fit. For those weighing whether online sessions are appropriate, this approach can be an accessible way to begin addressing concerns and exploring personal growth with a qualified therapist.

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