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Chris Orton, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Chris is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Chris. View 1 review
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

Chris is an excellent professional. I feel he took the time to listen and help me discover my emotions and feelings without being too invasive. I wouldn't have an issue recommending him to anyone who needs support in listening to themselves.

Reviewed March 2023

More about Chris

  • 3 years' experience
  • Male
  • BACP

Many of us, at times, find parts of our lives very difficult - sometimes overwhelming. It takes courage to face up to and work at understanding the things that are unsettling us. By exploring these issues within a safe and confidential space we can discover why patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving exist. This type of self-exploration and the greater self-understanding that is achieved empowers us to create new, healthier patterns for our future, leading to lasting change and a more fulfilling way of living.

Central to my therapy work is:

• The trust I have in my clients’ inherent ability to use an effective therapeutic relationship to evolve and improve their understanding of themselves within the unique circumstances of their life.

• The trust I have in my clients’ ability to benefit from an increased self-understanding (resulting from our therapeutic relationship) and change in ways which are meaningful to them, leading to greater self-acceptance and more personally fulfilling ways of living.

• My commitment to being fully present for my client and empathically ‘walking alongside’ them in their distress whilst facilitating a wholistic exploration of their emotions, thoughts and feelings in a safe and supportive, yet appropriately challenging environment.

• My understanding that the causes of emotional/psychological distress are rarely only ‘internal’, originating from within individuals but are also ‘external’ resulting from wider societal issues which have a negative impact on our personal wellbeing. Although we often can’t effect these root causes of our distress, we can empower ourselves by adapting our relationship to these problematic issues.

I believe that a comfortable client-therapist connection built on mutual trust and respect will form the foundation of our ‘therapeutic alliance’ and the effective work that we do. I try to establish and maintain this type of relationship by providing a confidential space which is free from judgement for my clients to talk with someone about their concerns, whatever they may be. I privilege each person’s individuality, working in a client-centred way to honour difference and diversity and respect the uniqueness of each one of my clients.

Throughout our work together I will:

• Strive to really hear you and understand as accurately as possible the way that you experience your world; to get a very real sense of the challenges you face and what it’s like to be you.

• Help you to explore more deeply how you really feel and think about things so that you can develop a better understanding of what your experience really means for you.

I am committed to supporting you and being alongside you as you explore the aspects of your life that you find challenging. I will strive to meet you where you are; working with you to explore and discuss any issues at an emotional level that feels comfortable and safe for you to work at. You will be the one who dictates the pace and emotional depth of the therapy and I will stay with you as a professional & compassionate companion throughout this journey.

I am registered in the UK with the BACP, having trained and qualified at postgraduate level in Counselling and Psychotherapy. Before setting up in private practice I most recently worked in a university counselling service offering therapy to an incredibly diverse student/client group. You can also view my profile on the BACP therapist directory.

Research interest:

• Cross-cultural therapy.

The type of therapy I provide is integrative of the following:

Humanistic; Person-centred, Experiential, Existential, Phenomenological.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Anger management Career difficulties Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Multicultural concerns Prejudice and discrimination Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Existential Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 396011 · Expires June 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Chris Orton

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

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Clients mention: Excellent Professional Support

Chris is an excellent professional. I feel he took the time to listen and help me discover my emotions and feelings without being too invasive. I wouldn't have an issue recommending him to anyone who needs support in listening to themselves.

Reviewed March 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Chris Orton offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Chris Orton works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Chris Orton speak?

Chris Orton speaks English.

How many years of experience does Chris Orton have?

Chris Orton has 3 years of experience.

Where is Chris Orton licensed to practice?

Chris Orton is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Chris Orton accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Chris Orton accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Chris Orton offer?

Chris Orton offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Existential Therapy.

How can I communicate with Chris Orton?

Chris Orton can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Chris Orton?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.