Craig Johnstone
Calm, client-led counselling for everyday struggles
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About Craig
Craig Johnstone welcomes people who are nervous about making the first move into therapy. He uses a calm, respectful manner to help with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions and relationship concerns. Craig works in English and is based in the United Kingdom.
He holds BACP credentials and has three years of practice experience. Craig keeps sessions straightforward and focused on what matters to the client right now. He listens without judging and adapts the conversation to each person's needs.
Background and approach
That might mean talking through a recent loss, managing overwhelming anxiety, or looking at patterns that keep someone stuck. He also supports people wanting to change direction in life. That could include career choices, self-esteem work, parenting pressures or coping with repeated setbacks.
Sessions aim to help people notice what they want to be different and take manageable steps toward it. Craig describes his approach as client-centred, which means the person’s own goals guide the work. He prioritises respect, sensitivity and compassion in every session.
Practical suggestions and steady support are offered where helpful. People often come for help with trauma and abuse, eating difficulties, anger and compassion fatigue. Craig will tailor the pace and focus to each person, helping them build coping skills and clearer ways to move forward.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 3
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 402671
- Languages
- English
- Approaches include
- Client-Centered Therapy
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Craig's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Craig works with
Everything Craig lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Grief
- Depression
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
Approaches Craig lists
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How Craig works online
Sessions aim to be guided by the client’s goals rather than a fixed programme. The counsellor and client work together to choose what to try and adjust the pace as needed, so finding the right approach is part of the process and happens collaboratively.
Practical benefits of online work include fitting therapy into a busy week and reducing travel time. It can make it easier to have shorter check-ins between other commitments, or to meet without needing to be on camera if that suits someone better. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking to ensure they fit your routine.
Questions and answers
What issues can I bring to therapy here?
Counselling covers stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, eating issues, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career matters, coping with life changes and compassion fatigue.
What is the therapeutic style like?
The approach is client-centred, so conversations follow your priorities and goals while the counsellor offers support and practical observations.
How much experience does the counsellor have?
Craig has three years of experience working with a range of common mental health and life difficulties.
What credentials and region are noted for this counsellor?
Craig holds BACP and practices from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions available in?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to try therapy?
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