Chris Low

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MSc, Dip, MBACP
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London, N11
Available for new clients
Available for new clients

This professional is available for new clients.

About me

Hello, I’m Chris, a qualified and experienced psychotherapist and counsellor, and registered member of the BACP. The decision to seek therapy often comes at a point in life when you’re wanting to create change. I understand how daunting it can be to reach out and make contact, which is why I offer a space that is non-judgemental, empathic, interactive, and confidential. It’s a space for you to discuss whatever is on you mind.

I am trained in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, which underpins my theoretical framework, but I also draw on some techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and the Dual Process Model, which is a way of working with bereavement.

Together, we will explore your thoughts and feelings, looking at behaviour patterns, and creating links between your present difficulties and past experiences. It’s a reflective space for you to think openly and honestly about your internal world.

Working in a psychodynamic way means looking at your life through a deeper lens. Often, it will mean taking a closer look at your early relationships and experiences as these serve as a blueprint for your adult life. It’s about finding the hidden meaning and making connections where you might not have looked before because they are too difficult to think about at the time.

Often, these “pushed down” thoughts and feelings will show up in different ways that might leave you feeling anxious or depressed, angry, or lacking direction; your relationships might be feel strained and difficult to manage which leave you feeling lonely or isolated.

I am an interactive therapist, and will offer up interpretations that are designed to challenge you, to provide insight and space for you to think about yourself on a deeper level. I believe the therapeutic relationship is important to the outcome of therapy, so finding the right “click” or fit is paramount.

The benefits of therapy are different for each individual, but generally, most clients who lean into counselling get a sense of personal growth, insight, and understanding of themselves. For others, it might be the feeling of being in a better headspace or feeling supported that is beneficial for them. 

The benefits of virtual therapy is it’s, generally, easier to fit into your day, saves on travel expenses, and it bridges the gap for anyone who might struggle with in-person social interaction. Also good for anyone who travels a lot, whether inside the UK or internationally. 

Training, qualifications & experience

My clinical training took place at Birkbeck College, University of London, where I graduated with an MSc in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have also completed a Diploma in Psychology from The Open University.

I have gained experience from working in student CMHS at University College London and King’s College London in the role of a Student Counsellor. I also spent many years working as a Bereavement Support Counsellor at the North London Hospice. I have worked with people from different cultural, racial, and ethnic heritages, as well as the LGBTQ+ community, neuro-diverse community, different faiths, and a wide range of ages from 18-82. 

Before qualifying as a psychotherapist, I was a scriptwriter, writing for TV and short films. I’m currently working on writing children’s picture books exploring mental health themes for ages 7-10. 

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred).

Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).

Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision.

Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training.

All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.

Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Other areas of counselling I deal with

  • Cultural issues
  • Identity
  • Loss
  • Men’s health
  • Sexuality
  • Young adults / Student issues

Fees

£60.00 per session
Free initial telephone session

Concessions offered for

  • Low income
  • Students
  • Trainee counsellors

Additional information

£60 for assessment and all subsequent 50-minute sessions. 

I operate a sliding scale and open to negotiating a lower fee that is conditional on individual circumstances. 

When I work

Please contact me for info regarding availability as I’m open to being as flexible as I can be. 

Type of session

Online

Types of client

Young people
Adults
Older Adults

Key details

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Online platforms

Zoom
Whatsapp