Christine Porter, BACP
Warm person-centred counsellor focused on practical change
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At a glance
- Listed location
- United Kingdom
- Experience
- 4+ years
- Credentials
- BACP
- Languages
- English
- Registration (United Kingdom)
- BACP · No. 393226
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- Person-centred focus
- Solution-focused methods
- Supports carers
About Christine
She frames therapy as teamwork. Sessions begin by asking what the client wants to change, and she and the client set practical goals together. Christine draws on solution-focused methods to help people notice small shifts that lead to clearer choices and less overwhelm.
Her caseload has included people dealing with stress at work, grief and loss, low self-esteem, communication problems and the strain of caregiving. She also lists ageing and geriatric issues, neurodivergence such as autism and Asperger Syndrome, chronic illness and fertility concerns among areas she attends to.
Sessions aim to build confidence and practical coping skills. Christine says she uses a mix of person-centred counselling and solution-focused work, with ideas from cognitive-behavioural approaches to support changes in thinking and behaviour. She asks clients to be active in the process and shares tools from her experience to help reach agreed goals.
People who value a therapist with a faith background and a straightforward style may find her approach relatable. Her practice is oriented around helping clients find their own solutions and reconnect with what matters to them in day-to-day life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Therapeutic approaches for online counselling and support
Christine uses person-centred counselling to place the client's experience at the heart of sessions. This approach means the counsellor listens without judgement and follows the client's pace, which can help when dealing with low mood, relationship worries or life transitions.She also uses solution-focused techniques that concentrate on small, practical steps and clear goals. This method is useful for coping with stress, improving communication and building short-term routines that make everyday life easier.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to decide which mix of person-centred and solution-focused work suits their needs, goals and preferences. That choice is reviewed as therapy progresses so the work stays relevant.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as specific options are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling around work and family life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help people access a therapist who understands ageing and caregiver concerns even if they are not local.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress and grief. Additional areas listed include ageing and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness, fertility issues and feelings of isolation.
What is her therapy style like?
Her main style is person-centred counselling, which keeps the client at the centre of the work. She also uses solution-focused techniques to set achievable goals and practical steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience working with the concerns listed in her profile.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She lists BACP as her credential and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She accepts international clients, so people outside the United Kingdom can enquire about working together.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.