Christopher Macdonald, BACP
Christopher Macdonald - BACP-registered counsellor
- Person-centred care
- Flexible online sessions
- Works with all ages
About Christopher Macdonald
Christopher Macdonald is a BACP-registered counsellor based in the United Kingdom who now offers therapy online. He combines a person-centred foundation with practical therapeutic tools to support people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting challenges, grief, trauma, sleep difficulties and low self-esteem. The BACP credential indicates registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and reflects his professional training and commitment to recognised practice standards.
His career began working in an NHS mental health day centre and later included roles with the charity Mind, where he supported mental health recovery and used WRAP - Wellness Recovery Action Planning - to help clients build personalised coping strategies. That clinical background has informed his approach, highlighting both the realities of human suffering and the potential for growth when people choose to make changes.
Christopher has also volunteered with Place2Be, providing counselling to primary school children, and he draws on that early-intervention experience when working with adults, teens and children in one-to-one and group settings. His core training in person-centred counselling means he centres the client in the work, treating each person as the expert in their own life while offering a nonjudgemental, empathetic space to explore feelings.
In sessions he collaborates with clients to set clear goals and develop practical strategies. With a flexible online practice, he offers a way to access therapy that fits around daily life, supporting people through difficult transitions and helping them build more manageable, meaningful ways of living.
His career began working in an NHS mental health day centre and later included roles with the charity Mind, where he supported mental health recovery and used WRAP - Wellness Recovery Action Planning - to help clients build personalised coping strategies. That clinical background has informed his approach, highlighting both the realities of human suffering and the potential for growth when people choose to make changes.
Christopher has also volunteered with Place2Be, providing counselling to primary school children, and he draws on that early-intervention experience when working with adults, teens and children in one-to-one and group settings. His core training in person-centred counselling means he centres the client in the work, treating each person as the expert in their own life while offering a nonjudgemental, empathetic space to explore feelings.
In sessions he collaborates with clients to set clear goals and develop practical strategies. With a flexible online practice, he offers a way to access therapy that fits around daily life, supporting people through difficult transitions and helping them build more manageable, meaningful ways of living.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Christopher Macdonald have?
Christopher Macdonald has 8 years of experience.
Is Christopher Macdonald a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the BACP credential, indicating registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Christopher Macdonald provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Christopher Macdonald located?
He is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Christopher Macdonald as my therapist?
You can work with Christopher Macdonald through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Christopher Macdonald work with international clients?
Yes, Christopher Macdonald works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Christopher Macdonald cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Christopher draws on client-centred therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to tailor online care to each person. Client-centred therapy focuses on empathic listening and placing the client at the centre of the work, creating space for people to explore feelings and make their own choices about change. ACT helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being controlled by them, and it encourages moving toward valued actions even when emotions are challenging. CBT offers practical, structured techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, low mood and sleep problems.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Christopher works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals and preferences. He partners with each person to try methods, review progress and adjust the plan so the work remains relevant and achievable.
Online therapy provides flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. This variety of options makes it easier to arrange sessions around work, family and other commitments, and it allows clients to continue therapy when life requires remote access or a more convenient format.
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