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Christopher "Chris" Rice, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 4 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

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Christopher "Chris" Rice is a counsellor who aims to help people move past struggles and feel more satisfied in life. He uses a straightforward style and focuses on practical ways to cope. Chris offers sessions in a calm, non-judgemental way so people can talk through what’s worrying them.

Chris has four years of professional experience working with common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. He also supports people facing bereavement, relationship strain, sleep difficulties, addictive behaviours and coping with life changes.

Background and approach

His background includes work with clients experiencing neurological conditions and long-term health challenges. In sessions Chris blends Client-Centred Therapy with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. That means he listens closely and helps people make sense of their thoughts, then uses simple techniques to change unhelpful patterns.

Conversations are paced to suit the person, with practical steps agreed together. People can expect a supportive space to talk honestly about feelings, frustrations and aims. Chris pays attention to communication and commitment issues, feelings of emptiness, guilt or shame, and problems around money or work that affect day-to-day life.

The approach suits those wanting both empathy and clear tools to manage difficult emotions. He works in English and practises in the United Kingdom, offering a range of online session types to fit different needs.

Using client-centred and CBT approaches online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding. The therapist follows the person’s lead, offers empathy and helps them make sense of feelings and priorities. This approach is useful when someone needs space to be heard and to explore concerns like loneliness, guilt or life purpose.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) concentrates on the link between thoughts, feelings and actions. Sessions use practical exercises and simple techniques to shift unhelpful thinking and behaviours, which can help with anxiety, low mood, sleep problems and coping with change.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will collaborate with the person to decide which methods suit their goals and preferences. That may mean combining listening-led sessions with CBT exercises and checking in on progress together.

Online therapy offers flexibility and can fit around busy lives. Video calls are like face-to-face sessions and work well for in-depth conversations. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging provide shorter, more frequent check-ins and can help people keep momentum between longer sessions. These options make it easier to access help from different places and at different times.

What concerns does this counsellor address?

He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes, along with issues like sleep problems and addictions.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He blends Client-Centred Therapy with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, offering listening and practical techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.

What is his professional background?

He has four years of experience working with people facing mood disorders, relationship difficulties, bereavement and neurological or long-term health challenges.

Where does he practise and what credential does he hold?

He practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP in his professional details.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences.

How do fees and starting therapy work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time; to begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session.

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Experience: 4 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Christopher "Chris" Rice, BACP

Background and approach

Using client-centred and CBT approaches online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety