James Christelow

• Anxiety and stress
• LGBT and gender
• Grief and bereavement

About James

James Christelow works on anxiety, stress, relationship concerns and identity questions using a client-centred way of working. James is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has five years' experience in the field. Sessions are carried out in English and are based in the United Kingdom.

James starts by listening to what matters to the person in front of him. He helps people talk through grief, trauma, sexual and intimacy questions, and issues linked to gender or LGBT identities. He also supports people with sleep problems, parenting strain, career worries, and long-term health difficulties. Practical coping techniques are offered alongside reflective conversation.

He uses client-centred work to follow what the client brings, and this is combined with mindfulness practices to help with stress and anxious thinking. Psychodynamic ideas are used at times to look at patterns that repeat in relationships and in self-esteem. Solution-focused techniques help people move towards concrete next steps when that is the priority.

James has experience with additional areas such as ADHD, autism and Asperger syndrome, body image and alternative sexual cultures including BDSM and kink. He also works with people affected by chronic illness, cancer, hospice and end-of-life issues, and with those coping with loss or major life change.

Sessions aim to be straightforward and practical. People are supported to set goals, try new approaches between meetings, and review what helps. Before booking, people should check the current session formats and scheduling details.

Approaches used in online counselling

James uses client-centred work to focus on what the person wants to bring to the sessions, allowing the conversation to be guided by their concerns and goals. This approach can help with identity questions, relationship issues and finding ways to cope in day-to-day life. Mindfulness therapy is used to develop awareness of thoughts and bodily responses and can be useful for managing stress and improving sleep.

Finding the best approach is part of the work. James will discuss different methods with the client and agree together which combination suits their needs and preferences. Sessions are collaborative and aims and short-term goals are reviewed as therapy progresses.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can help fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and make it easier to attend from a convenient place. Some formats also allow shorter check-ins or audio-only meetings when that better fits the client's routine. Registered or accredited professionals generally use a range of approaches to adapt to what the person needs, and James will explain how sessions can be arranged when you make first contact.

Topics James lists

• LGBT
• Grief
• Intimacy-related issues
• Coping with life changes
• Stress and anxiety
• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Trauma and abuse
• Sleeping disorders
• Parenting issues
• Anger management
• Self-esteem
• Career difficulties
• Compassion fatigue
• ADHD
• Autism and Asperger Syndrome
• BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
• Body image
• Cancer
• Chronic pain, illness, and disability
• Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
• Family of origin issues
• Family problems
• Forgiveness
• Gender dysphoria
• Guilt and shame
• HIV and AIDS
• Hospice and end-of-life counselling
• Infidelity
• Life purpose
• Phobias
• Polyamory and non-monogamous relationships
• Prejudice and discrimination
• Self-harm
• Sexual dysfunction
• Sexuality
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Workplace issues
• Young adult issues

Ways of working

• Client-Centred Therapy
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy

Questions about James

Does he work with anxiety and stress?

Yes. He helps people manage anxious thinking, stress and sleep problems using mindfulness and practical coping techniques.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

He mainly uses client-centred therapy and combines it with mindfulness, psychodynamic ideas and solution-focused methods.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has five years' experience in counselling and related work.

Is he a registered counsellor in the UK?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Can I have sessions in other languages?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does he take international clients?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start a first session?

Use the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.