Christopher White

PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC COUNSELLOR

Approach and background

My approach has a humanistic base as I always start with you the client, giving you unconditional positive regard and allowing you to lead the therapy, bringing what you want each time to the session. I work with a pluralistic toolkit based on an understanding of neurodiversity, the social environment, and past experiences from childhood. I emphasise working in the present, but will revisit the past when it is relevant to the work we are undertaking.

​I am warm and open-minded and ​endeavour to bring a creative approach to therapy, helping clients to join the dots between parts of themselves and use techniques learned in moderating groups to help people understand themselves better. I am culturally sensitive and have extensive knowledge of European and Latin American cultures.

I originate from the North West but moved to the South when I was eight. I have made London my home for over 30 years, living just between Clapham North and Brixton. I love the area for its diversity and energy. I believe in the importance of locality, and for this reason, I work for the Brixton branch of Lambeth and Southwark Mind, promoting awareness of its various services.

Before I became a therapist, I trained in psychology, then used this to work in human understanding and research for the commercial sector. I then trained as a psychotherapist at T.A. East in London, which pays particular attention to the social environment we live in and its relation to mental health.

Training, qualifications, and experience

Primary qualifications

  • Diploma in Counselling with Social Responsibility T.A. East, London 2015

  • B.Sc. Psychology, University of Newcastle--upon-Tyne 1992

I am registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) whose code of ethics I abide by.

Since qualifying as a Counsellor, I have set up my own private practice as well as working in the voluntary sector for South East London Mind. I have experience in both time-limited and open-ended counselling.

I have experience working with a wide range of issues, including anger, anxiety, childhood issues, depression, health, identity, isolation, loneliness, neurodiversity, LGBTQI+, relationships, oppression, sadness, self-esteem, social anxiety, stress and work-related issues.

Prior to training as a Counsellor, I have worked in many caring roles supporting families, young people and individuals experiencing long-term mental health difficulties within the community and within residential settings.

Availability, fees, and contact details

I offer all my sessions in-person, online or by phone, either short-term and open-ended.

I offer weekly, fortnightly, and ad-hoc appointments.

I offer appointments face-to-face at The Brixton Practice on Wednesdays until 2 pm and online sessions on throughout the week.

Please contact me for my current availability. Initial sessions are free and thereafter 50-minute sessions are £65

Email: chris@throughthedoor.co.uk

Phone: 07356261155