Christine Willis , BACP

Christine Willis recognises that taking the first step toward therapy requires courage and aims to make that step feel supported and understood. She is an integrative counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 8 years of practice, blending different therapeutic methods to match each person’s needs. Christine has worked with people facing depression, persistent anxiety, experiences of domestic violence, and bereavement, bringing focused care to these challenges.

Her practice draws on cognitive behavioural therapy, person-centred approaches, and psychodynamic ideas to explore patterns of thought, emotional responses, and personal history. Christine is a member of BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which indicates affiliation with a recognised professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.

She emphasises a warm, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can speak openly about difficult experiences. Christine aims to collaborate with each person to identify practical steps and deeper insights that support wellbeing, tailoring her integrative approach to the goals and preferences of the individual.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support with Christine Willis

Christine Willis commonly integrates client-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and psychodynamic ideas into her online practice. Client-centred therapy focuses on providing a warm, nonjudgmental environment where the person leads the pace of exploration and a therapist offers empathy and understanding - this approach can be especially helpful for building self-esteem and working through relationship and attachment concerns.

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) targets the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, offering practical strategies to manage anxiety, depression, stress, and unhelpful thinking patterns. Psychodynamic therapy explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns influence current feelings and relationships, which can be useful for addressing recurring emotional themes and deeper relational issues.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Christine works collaboratively to find the best fit based on a client’s needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods over time so therapy responds to progress and changing priorities.

Online therapy sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit therapy into varied schedules and locations. These options make it easier for people to access regular support, maintain continuity between sessions, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for them.