- Client-centred
- Supports parenting
- Calm listening
About Craig
Craig Johnstone is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and problems with addictions. He also supports those wrestling with relationship worries, parenting strain, self-esteem issues and major life changes. He writes plainly and offers a calm, respectful approach for anyone who feels uncertain about starting therapy.
Craig uses a client-centred style that places the person at the heart of each session. He listens without judgement and follows the pace that feels right for the individual. Conversations focus on what matters to the client and on practical steps they can try between meetings.
With three years of experience, Craig has worked with people facing a range of difficulties. He pays attention to how everyday pressures and compassion fatigue can affect mood and functioning. He also supports people exploring identity and wellbeing in LGBT contexts.
Sessions are shaped around each person’s circumstances and goals. Craig aims to make the room straightforward and humane, helping people notice patterns, try new ways of coping and plan realistic next steps. He uses clear language and avoids jargon.
Craig is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He practices in the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.
How client-centred work translates to online therapy
Client-centred therapy focuses on the person’s experience, offering open listening, empathy and acceptance. It helps people feel heard and understood while they talk through stress, grief, relationship worries or identity concerns. This approach supports people who need a space to make sense of feelings and decide their next steps.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to identify what feels most helpful for your goals and preferences. Together you will try ways of working and adjust as you go, so sessions fit the issues and the pace you need.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session formats before booking, as options are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help people attend from a location that makes them feel calmer and let therapists and clients use practical tools between meetings. Registered or accredited professionals can support progress through thoughtful, regular online sessions when those arrangements suit a client’s life and aims.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Craig work with?
He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and addictions, plus relationship, parenting and career worries.
What is his therapeutic style?
Craig practices client-centred therapy, which focuses on listening carefully and following the client’s pace and priorities.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of experience working with a range of emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and region are listed?
Craig is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients, so people outside the UK can enquire about working together.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Craig?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.