Chris Orton, BACP
Client-centred therapist supporting meaningful change
- Person-centred focus
- Existential perspective
- International availability
About Chris Orton
Chris Orton works with people who find parts of their lives difficult or overwhelming, offering a calm and attentive presence as they explore what feels unsettling. He believes that facing those challenges takes courage and that greater self-understanding emerges from careful reflection on patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving. This deeper awareness can help people create new, healthier ways of living that feel more meaningful and sustainable.
Central to his practice is a trust in each person’s capacity to use the therapeutic relationship as a vehicle for personal growth. He supports clients in deepening their understanding of themselves within the unique circumstances of their lives and encourages change that leads to increased self-acceptance and more fulfilling ways of being. His approach emphasises being fully present, empathically accompanying people through distress while offering a wholistic exploration of emotions, thoughts and behaviours in a supportive yet appropriately challenging context.
Chris recognises that sources of psychological difficulty are often both internal and external - influenced by individual history as well as wider social factors. While some root causes cannot be changed directly, he works with clients to adapt how they relate to those problems so they can feel more empowered in their day-to-day lives. He aims to build a therapeutic alliance based on mutual trust and respect, and to provide a nonjudgemental space where difference and diversity are honoured.
In sessions he seeks to hear and understand as accurately as possible how a person experiences their world, helping them to explore how they really think and feel so that meaning becomes clearer. Clients set the pace and emotional depth of the work, and he remains a professional and compassionate companion throughout the process.
He is registered in the United Kingdom with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is a professional body for counselling and psychotherapy practitioners. He trained and qualified at postgraduate level in Counselling and Psychotherapy and, before private practice, worked in a university counselling service providing therapy to a diverse student population. His profile is also listed on the BACP therapist directory. His research interest includes cross-cultural therapy, and his work is integrative, drawing on humanistic and experiential roots such as person-centred, existential and phenomenological approaches.
Central to his practice is a trust in each person’s capacity to use the therapeutic relationship as a vehicle for personal growth. He supports clients in deepening their understanding of themselves within the unique circumstances of their lives and encourages change that leads to increased self-acceptance and more fulfilling ways of being. His approach emphasises being fully present, empathically accompanying people through distress while offering a wholistic exploration of emotions, thoughts and behaviours in a supportive yet appropriately challenging context.
Chris recognises that sources of psychological difficulty are often both internal and external - influenced by individual history as well as wider social factors. While some root causes cannot be changed directly, he works with clients to adapt how they relate to those problems so they can feel more empowered in their day-to-day lives. He aims to build a therapeutic alliance based on mutual trust and respect, and to provide a nonjudgemental space where difference and diversity are honoured.
In sessions he seeks to hear and understand as accurately as possible how a person experiences their world, helping them to explore how they really think and feel so that meaning becomes clearer. Clients set the pace and emotional depth of the work, and he remains a professional and compassionate companion throughout the process.
He is registered in the United Kingdom with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is a professional body for counselling and psychotherapy practitioners. He trained and qualified at postgraduate level in Counselling and Psychotherapy and, before private practice, worked in a university counselling service providing therapy to a diverse student population. His profile is also listed on the BACP therapist directory. His research interest includes cross-cultural therapy, and his work is integrative, drawing on humanistic and experiential roots such as person-centred, existential and phenomenological approaches.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Existential Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Chris Orton have?
Chris Orton has 3 years of experience.
Is Chris Orton a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which is a professional body for counselling and psychotherapy practitioners in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Chris Orton provide therapy?
Chris Orton provides therapy in English.
Where is Chris Orton located?
Chris Orton is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Chris Orton as my therapist?
Prospective clients can work with Chris Orton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Chris Orton work with international clients?
Yes, Chris Orton works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Chris Orton cost?
The cost of therapy with Chris Orton can vary depending on factors such as location and his availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled 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 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Remote Therapy Fit Your Needs?
Online therapy can be a practical and effective option for many people dealing with common concerns such as stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, or major life changes. For a wide range of everyday issues, working with a therapist remotely can deliver meaningful progress and support without requiring in-person meetings.One key benefit is flexibility - people can connect in whichever way feels most comfortable, whether by video call, phone session, live chat or text-based messaging. This flexibility helps therapy fit around busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility constraints, making it easier to sustain regular sessions over time.
Licensed professionals deliver online therapy, and clients can change therapists if they seek a different fit. For many, remote therapy provides a convenient and accessible path to professional support while maintaining the relational elements that make therapeutic work effective.