Chris Holden, BACP

Chris Holden is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with thirty years of experience in training, leadership coaching and decision-making. He offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk through stress, anxiety, addiction recovery, self-esteem and career pressures. Chris focuses on helping people facing big life shifts, including midlife change and questions about purpose and direction.

He brings practical communication and conflict-resolution skills developed in high-stakes settings into his counselling. That experience helps when conversations are difficult or emotions run high. Chris uses a person-centred approach alongside coaching techniques to help people find clarity and make decisions that fit their values.

Sessions are conversational and grounded. Chris listens, reflects, and helps people identify small, achievable steps. He aims to build resilience, strengthen confidence and improve everyday coping strategies rather than promising quick fixes.

Chris has particular experience supporting those dealing with attachment questions, codependency, isolation and fatherhood concerns, as well as drug and alcohol issues. He also addresses money worries, control issues and communication problems that often sit beneath visible stress.

To begin, Chris asks straightforward questions about what matters most and what a better next step would look like. He then works collaboratively to set simple goals and practical actions. The focus is on steady progress and skills people can use outside the therapy room.

Approaches that guide online conversations

Chris uses a person-centred way of working that prioritises the client's experience and perspective. This approach involves active listening and reflective dialogue to help people clarify what matters and make choices that fit their values.

He also applies practical coaching and communication techniques developed in leadership settings. These techniques focus on clearer conversations, decision-making and small behavioural steps to reduce stress and manage difficult interactions.

Finding the right way of working is part of the process. The therapist will discuss different techniques with each person and decide together which methods fit their goals and preferences. This collaboration helps shape both short-term goals and longer-term plans.

The biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so please confirm session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and daily routines, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also support people who prefer to speak without being on camera or who need a quieter setting at certain times.