- Client-Centred Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
- Solution-Focused steps
About James
James Christelow is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with five years of experience. He works with people dealing with anger, anxiety, stress, grief and relationship issues. Sessions focus on what matters most now and on practical ways to reduce heated moments and build steadier responses.
He begins from a client-centred approach and uses that as a base to listen and understand the person sitting across from him. From there he brings in other ways of working, such as mindfulness practices to reduce reactivity and psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that repeat over time. He also uses solution-focused steps to set short-term goals and notice small changes.
James has experience supporting people with LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, sleeping problems, chronic illness, and career stress. He also works with issues around intimacy, body image, ADHD, and the dynamics that come from family of origin problems. His additional areas include work with autism and alternative sexual cultures when that is relevant to the client.
Sessions are conversational and practical. He aims to help clients name what triggers their anger, try simple techniques in session, and plan how to use them in everyday life. He uses plain language and short exercises rather than dense theory.
People who choose to work with him start by completing a short questionnaire and scheduling a first meeting. That first session is used to agree priorities and to decide together which approaches to focus on.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
James uses client-centred work to start conversations in a straightforward way, focusing on what the client wants to address and listening without judgement. This approach helps outline immediate goals and decide what to tackle first.He also brings mindfulness practices into sessions to reduce reactivity. These are short, practical exercises that teach breath awareness and grounding techniques to use when feeling hot or overwhelmed. Psychodynamic ideas are used to spot repeating patterns and understand where anger may have come from, which can help make sense of long-standing triggers.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with the client about goals, try different methods, and agree together which ones feel most useful. That collaboration keeps sessions focused and responsive to real-world problems.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins during a lunch break, or offer sessions without the need to travel. These practical benefits help people practise skills in the middle of ordinary life and try adjustments between meetings.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger or temper issues does he help with?
He works with anger related to relationships, workplace frustration, built-up resentment, and stress that increases irritability.
Which therapeutic style does he use in sessions?
He begins with a client-centred approach and draws on mindfulness, psychodynamic ideas, and solution-focused steps as needed.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has five years of experience working with concerns such as anxiety, trauma, grief, and LGBT issues.
What professional accreditation does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I see him if I don’t live in the UK or speak another language?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.