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Craig Walker

Therapist · United Kingdom

Person-centred counsellor focused on clarity and coping

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Craig Walker
Credentials
NCPS
Registration
NCPS, United Kingdom · NCS21-00780
Experience
13 years
Languages
English
Location
United Kingdom
  • Compassionate listening
  • Practical strategies
  • Experienced guide

About Craig

Craig Walker is a counsellor who uses a person-centred style to help people regain calm and clarity. He brings 13 years of experience and the NCPS credential to his work. Craig focuses on everyday problems like stress, anxiety, relationships and addiction. He also supports people facing grief, trauma, codependency and major life changes.

Craig keeps things simple in sessions. He listens first and follows the person’s pace. Sometimes there is quiet. Sometimes there is direct conversation. He aims to help people notice what matters and find practical next steps.

He draws on approaches such as client-centred therapy and cognitive behavioural ideas to shape conversations. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing also appear in his work when they suit someone’s needs. These methods are used to spot patterns, try small changes and build coping skills.

Craig says the counselling journey can feel hard at times, and he commits to staying alongside people through that process. He does not present himself as having all the answers, but as someone who offers compassion, challenge and guidance. The focus is on helping people uncover their own solutions and start enjoying everyday life again.

To begin, Craig asks people to reflect on what they want to change and to work at a pace that feels right. He aims for clear, steady progress rather than quick fixes, helping people carry learning from sessions into ordinary days.

How therapeutic approaches shape online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy centres on the person in front of the counsellor. It means the counsellor listens without judgement, follows the person’s lead and helps them find their own answers. This approach can ease anxiety and relationship struggles by creating steady, empathetic conversation.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behaviour. It helps people break unhelpful cycles by trying small, practical changes. This can be useful for stress, anxiety, depression and some addiction-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The counsellor will work together with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. That decision is revisited as progress is made so the plan can change when needed.

If you are considering online work, please confirm the session options before booking as the biography does not list specific formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy day, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people connect from different locations, which can help those living abroad. Registered or accredited professionals use these approaches to support people in setting practical goals and applying what they learn between sessions.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Credentials

Listed on profile

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?

He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction and relationship issues. Other areas include grief, trauma, codependency and coping with life changes.

What is the therapeutic style like in sessions?

The approach is person-centred with practical elements drawn from cognitive behavioural ideas. Sessions often combine listening, reflection and small actionable steps.

How many years of experience does the counsellor have?

He has 13 years of experience working with people on a range of concerns and life challenges.

What credentials and location are listed for this counsellor?

The profile lists NCPS as the credential and shows the practitioner is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can international clients be seen?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current options with the service before booking.

How does payment or cost work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with this counsellor?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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