Christopher James Westray
If not updated this record will expire at 12/10/2025.
Therapist category: Trained Therapist
Level of training: Level 4
Types of clients: Adults, Groups, Teens
Specializations: Addiction, Anxiety, Burn Out, Complex Trauma, Depression, Emotional Dysregulation, PTSD, Relational issues, Self confidence
LI Therapy online?: Yes
Languages: English
Life Span Integration level 4
EMDR Therapist
Art Psychotherapist (HCPC)
Are you suffering from anxiety, stress or general low mood? Hi! I’m Chris, I am an experienced Psychotherapist and can help you to a consistent, calm and confident state of being. Life can be hard and while we hope that we will be able to cope if we’re feeling low, anxious or distressed; sometimes coping just isn’t enough. Psychotherapy can help you find structure and stability when things feel chaotic. It 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. I use a combination of verbal and non-verbal, techniques to help you into your truest, clearest self.
I am a state registered Art Psychotherapist (HCPC) with 7 years of practice experience. I use EMDR and Lifespan Integration to process the core historical trauma that might be triggering your current symptoms. My background involves a relational framework which synthesises psychodynamic, and solution focussed approaches. I have a masters in Art Psychotherapy and a Masters in Education. I am qualified in EMDR and Lifespan Integration therapy. We explore deeply, discover, process trauma and then integrate. I welcome creative expression where needed but this is not necessary. No prior experience with the arts is required. I also offer clinical supervision.
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 are and how these modalities might help you please explore my website (www.westraypsychotherapy.com)
I work part time as a Forensic Psychotherapist in the NHS. I also practice within a private addiction and general psychiatry ward in The Priory Hospital. In the Priory, I have developed and implemented trauma workshops, Art Psychotherapy groups, and general psychotherapy process groups as well as maintaining an outpatient caseload.
I currently run a thriving private practice alongside my NHS work. I help people to process historical trauma, find stability and to thrive in their lives. I support people presenting with a range of issues including; low self confidence, grief, addictions, generalised anxiety, depression and social anxiety. If you would like to try the powerful modality of Life Span Integration, please get in touch.
Main Address:
Bristol, , United Kingdom
Email: Westraypsychotherapy@gmail.com
Phone: 07742542158
Practices:
Bristol, UK