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Christopher James Westray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
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Christopher James Westray

Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.

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Bristol BS16
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Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, anger or low mood? I am an experienced and passionate psychotherapist. I hold a robust space in which we target and process the source of distress. What I practice is not just ‘talk therapy’, I use powerful, evidence based protocols to help people into their calm, confident, playful and most integrated self. I can help you find structure and stability when things feel chaotic. Therapy can help when it feels like no one around you understands what it’s like to be you and when the way you feel makes no sense. If this resonates and you would like to start making changes please do get in touch.
I use EMDR and Lifespan Integration (LI) to process the core historical trauma that might be triggering your current symptoms. I work within a relational framework which synthesises psychodynamic, and solution focussed approaches. We explore your situation deeply, discover, process trauma and then integrate. I welcome creative expression where needed.
I work part time as a Forensic Psychotherapist in the NHS. I also run a thriving private practice. I can help you to find stability and to thrive in your life. I support people presenting with a range of issues including; Anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex PTSD, low self confidence, grief and addiction.
Call or Christopher James Westray now for a free 15 minute consultation - 0117 325 4331

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Bristol BS16

0117 325 4331

Bristol BS6

My website
Currently offer therapy online in the evenings (Sunday to Thursday).
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Coping Skills 
£60 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect 0117 325 4331
Photo of Christopher James Westray, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Bristol BS16

0117 325 4331

Bristol BS6

My website
Currently offer therapy online in the evenings (Sunday to Thursday).
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Coping Skills 
£60 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £60
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer
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Christopher James Westray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
Photo of Christopher James Westray, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Christopher James Westray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Health & Care Professions Council Christopher James Westray
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 7 years
  • Art Psychotherapy, MA, Graduated 2019
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Life Span Integration institute Life Span Integration level 3
  • Certificate from EMDR Academy EMDR Practitioner
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Art Psychotherapist (HCPC), EMDR Therapist, Lifespan Integration Therapist with 9 years experience. I provide trauma informed therapy, training and clinical supervision. I work in NHS inpatient services as well as within private mental health settings (including my own private practice).
Photo of Christopher James Westray, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Christopher James Westray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0117 325 4331
"
Art Psychotherapist (HCPC), EMDR Therapist, Lifespan Integration Therapist with 9 years experience. I provide trauma informed therapy, training and clinical supervision. I work in NHS inpatient services as well as within private mental health settings (including my own private practice).
Photo of Christopher James Westray, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Christopher James Westray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0117 325 4331

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Coping Skills

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Adoption
  • Anger Management
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Autism
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bereavement
  • Career Guidance
  • Child
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Teen Violence
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Lifespan Integration therapy (LI) is a new, highly effective, therapy modality in the UK. LI can facilitate rapid change in the brain. EMDR and LI are extremely effective when used alongside each other. To understand what Lifespan Integration and EMDR therapy is and how these modalities might help you please explore my website.
Photo of Christopher James Westray, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Christopher James Westray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0117 325 4331
"
Lifespan Integration therapy (LI) is a new, highly effective, therapy modality in the UK. LI can facilitate rapid change in the brain. EMDR and LI are extremely effective when used alongside each other. To understand what Lifespan Integration and EMDR therapy is and how these modalities might help you please explore my website.
Photo of Christopher James Westray, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Christopher James Westray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0117 325 4331

Endorsement

Rose Sadowski
Rose Sadowski
PsychotherapistMAHCPC-Drama Therap.
Chris is a deeply empathic, thoughtful & skilled therapist. I had the pleasure of working with alongside Chris in the NHS. The care and attention he puts into his therapeutic work is exceptional and he has helped many people heal and transform their lives

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • EMDR
  • Expressive Arts
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Person-Centred
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Sandplay
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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In the first session we will explore what brought you to therapy. As the therapeutic relationship deepens, we might use EMDR and Life Span Integration protocols to process unconsciously held trauma. We can work verbally or non verbally using art. There is no skill or prior art experience necessary. Ultimately, we will formulate together what combination of interventions works best for you.
Photo of Christopher James Westray, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Christopher James Westray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0117 325 4331
"
In the first session we will explore what brought you to therapy. As the therapeutic relationship deepens, we might use EMDR and Life Span Integration protocols to process unconsciously held trauma. We can work verbally or non verbally using art. There is no skill or prior art experience necessary. Ultimately, we will formulate together what combination of interventions works best for you.
Photo of Christopher James Westray, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Christopher James Westray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0117 325 4331

Location

Primary Location

Bristol BS16

0117 325 4331

Additional Location

Bristol BS6

0117 325 4331
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Currently offer therapy online in the evenings (Sunday to Thursday).
Photo of Christopher James Westray, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Christopher James Westray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call for a free consultation now - 0117 325 4331
"
Currently offer therapy online in the evenings (Sunday to Thursday).
Photo of Christopher James Westray, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Christopher James Westray
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call for a free consultation now - 0117 325 4331