I am a therapist with 5 years of experience ( consisting of more than 3000 sessions), during which I have shaped my practice to adapt based on the need of the individual client.
To me, psychotherapy is very much a team effort and as such my role is to walk besides you as we explore whatever might be happening for you together. I have a wealth of experience in multiple different areas ranging from anxiety, bereavement, trauma, illness, ADHD, to even things such as supporting carers of terminal illness. I will always do my best to help regardless of the issue at hand.
I have a master's degree in Emotion Focused Therapy to underpin this experience and ensure that my clients receive the best evidence-based practice possible. Please read some of my reviews at the bottom of this page to show how effective it can be.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe very much in the client controlling the tempo as we work through whatever issues the client may want to address. I am very open minded and as such there will be absolutely no judgement, my only role is to support as best as I can. I work in a very person-centred way although I have amalgamated aspects of solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, person centred therapy and others to help ensure my practice is able to support clients in a variety of ways.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Professional experience
5 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteem, MotivationDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Chris Nicholls. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Chris has been very helpful in helping me understand why I’m feeling the way I do. He is very knowledgeable and friendly too.
Written on Apr 03, 2026 after therapy with Chris for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, anger management, and adhd
Chris has been an incredibly supportive and insightful therapist. He creates a calm and safe environment where it feels easy to open up and explore difficult topics. His guidance is thoughtful and balanced, and he asks the right questions that really encourage reflection and my personal growth. Thank you :)
Written on Mar 12, 2026 after therapy with Chris for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Wonderful therapist with insightful and meaningful contributions. Patient and compassionate and profoundly helpful.
Written on Mar 04, 2026 after therapy with Chris for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and family conflicts
He appears very interested and engaged during sessions.
Written on Jan 20, 2026 after therapy with Chris for 1 month on issues concerning depression, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
A highly informed therapist, that often sends helpful resources in relation to what was discussed during the session. Chris is very empahtic and is able to put me at ease easily.
His diverse background in psychology helps me understand my issues better, whether they are related to child trauma and attachment theory, or procrastination and ADHD.
I fully recommend him as a therapist!
Written on Jan 18, 2026 after therapy with Chris for 8 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Chris is understanding, empathetic and able to link the experiences you share with him to reason as to why you may feel a certain way, helping you understand what’s going on and how to move forward.
Written on Dec 18, 2025 after therapy with Chris for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Feel very supported and listened to, good practical advice and very responsive.
Written on Oct 05, 2025 after therapy with Chris for 3 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very happy with Chris, he is professional, compassionate and always responds very fast usually within the hour to text messages via the chat with additional help.
Written on May 18, 2025 after therapy with Chris for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Kind and thoughtful and grounded
Written on Nov 26, 2024 after therapy with Chris for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
For more than a year, Chris has been my therapist. His approach has already helped me recognise presumptions and irrational expectations I had for my life and how to deal with them. I would suggest Chris to anyone who wants to understand their behaviour patterns and work on improving the rough edges.
Written on Nov 05, 2024 after therapy with Chris for 2 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Very kind and gentle therapist, good listener!
Written on Nov 01, 2024 after therapy with Chris for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, and self esteem
So far he's been nothing but kind and accommodating I have been learning so much more about myself and my conditions through him and I hope to continue this healing journey with him
Written on Aug 19, 2024 after therapy with Chris for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I've been seeing Chris for over a year now, and he's been amazing in helping me with different challenges such as feeling lost, numb, and navigating relationships.
His empathetic approach and flexible methods create a supportive environment where I feel heard and understood. Chris tailors his techniques to fit my needs, using various therapeutic methods that really work for me. Since starting therapy with him, I’ve gotten much more in touch with my emotions, improved my relationships, and feel more grounded and confident overall. I highly recommend Chris to anyone looking for a compassionate and effective therapist. His dedication and expertise have really made a positive impact on my mental health.
Written on Jun 19, 2024 after therapy with Chris for 1 year on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Chris is really attentive and validates my feelings. He listens and asks insightful questions which help me reflect better on my experience
Written on Feb 11, 2024 after therapy with Chris for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Great therapist all-round. He knows his stuff, he's considerate and discreet and is able to guide you to a direction of improvement consistently. He's been a real help and I'd wholeheartedly recommend him .
Written on Feb 04, 2024 after therapy with Chris for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and anger management
I have only just started with Chris but his session was very supportive, we looked into some concerns and potential issues which highlighted feelings I could connect to and understand.
His support in messaging out of session has been very supportive in his response. I highly recommend Chris and his services.
Written on Dec 30, 2023 after therapy with Chris for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Chris is a wonderful therapist! I’ve never met someone as kind as he is and someone that understands and listens, during sessions or when we speak there’s no pressure like in traditional therapy where you feel like you’re an alien, I would definitely recommend Chris
Written on Nov 06, 2023 after therapy with Chris for 1 month on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Chris is everything a person can ask for in a therapist! I can truly feel that this is more than just a job for him. He is attentive, caring, and compassionate. In our sessions, he skillfully asks questions that encourage deep self-reflection and helps navigate through various situations. Additionally, he has a solution-focused approach and incorporates theories when needed. Highly recommended!
Written on Jul 01, 2023 after therapy with Chris for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Chris is extremely patient and knowledgeable
Written on Jun 22, 2023 after therapy with Chris for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Such a nice therapist! He puts you first by establishing a great relationship with you. I feel I'm talking with a friend.
He always asks me great questions, make me think and realise things by my self. He is definitely what I was looking for
Written on Jun 15, 2023 after therapy with Chris for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Have been doing sessions with Chris for a month now and very impressed. Great listener, no judgement and always gives relevant, useful suggestions. Also checks in proactively on a regular basis. My first experience with therapy — and it has been a great one.
Written on Apr 25, 2023 after therapy with Chris for 2 weeks on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Working with Chris has been one of the best gifts I've ever given myself. He is compassionate, kind, and non-judgmental. He tends to take a very methodical, gentle approach and asks questions that leave me reflecting on things I've never considered previously.
Written on Feb 02, 2023 after therapy with Chris for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
He’s been very helpful, I’d really recommend him
Written on Jan 15, 2023 after therapy with Chris for 6 months on issues concerning coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Chris has been always inspiring and understanding about my situation. He showed huge compassion and support. He can grasp the core root cause quickly and helped me effectively deal with the issue. He also provided excellent and practical advice for me to improve my situation. He has my trust and I feel secured and comfortable to talk with him.
Written on Dec 31, 2022 after therapy with Chris for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
He’s been very understanding, read my situation very well and provided me with tools to help.
Written on Dec 27, 2022 after therapy with Chris for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
It’s so rewarding to have Chris on my team. Working with him is pure collaboration and I deeply appreciate the way he is able to communicate profound techniques that I can easily engage with and work on to improve myself and how I view my situation and my place in the world.
Thank you Chris
Written on Nov 21, 2022 after therapy with Chris for 1 month on issues concerning family conflicts, and grief
Let me preface this with Chris is not my first therapist, I've had a couple over the years.
In a time of transition and emotional distress, Chris has been not just an ear that listens but also a constant questioner. Chrises ability to turn my often multi-laned and somewhat incoherent way of communicating my emotions into relevant questions that I need to ask myself to change the way that I look at the world and improve myself has been nothing short of fantastic (I'm using this word correctly).
I would recommend Chris to anyone struggling with persistent grief, sense of loss, loneliness, lack of focus or general sadness or depression (these are my struggles, I'm sure he's just as good at the rest). 10/10, would get therapy from Chris again.
Written on Jun 13, 2022 after therapy with Chris for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Chris has been very helpful and supportive in my mental health journey.
Written on May 27, 2022 after therapy with Chris for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Chris is an excellent listener. His approach is calm and I feel understood and respected when I engage with him. I've found the dynamic to be one that very much encourages self discovery through conversation and Chris helps organise and facilitate my thoughts and vocal inputs in a helpful and resourceful manner.
Written on May 14, 2022 after therapy with Chris for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very understanding and flexible in his approach, always double checking and asking the right questions. Only few sessions in, but I can already tell this as a long-term partnership. Highly recommend!
Written on Apr 27, 2022 after therapy with Chris for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and anger management
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