Krassimir Kirtchev, NCPS

Krassimir Kirtchev helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties. He is an experienced counsellor who speaks English and Bulgarian and works with adults across a wide range of life challenges.

He trained in counselling and psychotherapy in the UK and holds a Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy. He also holds a diploma in CBT/REBT, and the NCPS credential is listed with his name. He has worked in private practice for over a decade and brings practical experience to each session.

Krassimir combines different ways of working to match what each person needs. He uses client-centred listening to understand the person’s experience. He also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at deeper patterns, and on CBT/REBT techniques to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.

Alongside talking therapy, he has training in body-focused approaches such as Shiatsu and remedial massage and has experience supporting people with psychosomatic and musculoskeletal pain. That background helps when emotional distress and physical symptoms are linked.

Before training as a counsellor he had varied roles including engineering and team leadership, and many years of military service in Bulgaria. Those life experiences shape his practical, down-to-earth style and his interest in real-life problem solving.

Sessions are aimed at helping people manage distress, improve communication, address attachment and commitment concerns, and cope with life transitions such as divorce, bereavement or ageing. He works with each client to set clear, realistic goals and practical steps forward.

Approaches and online therapy options that fit your life

Krassimir uses a mix of practical approaches to help people feel better and function more easily. Cognitive behavioural techniques, including Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy, focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours to reduce anxiety and low mood. These approaches are useful for worry, low mood, anger and self-esteem issues.

He also uses client-centred methods that prioritise listening and building a trusting relationship, which helps people feel heard and understood. Psychodynamic ideas are applied to spot recurring patterns in relationships and life choices, which can be helpful for attachment, commitment and family-related concerns.

Working out the right combination of methods is a joint process. The therapist will discuss what seems to help, agree goals and adjust techniques as therapy progresses, so the plan reflects the person's needs and preferences.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls are close to face-to-face contact and work well for detailed conversations. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat or text-based messaging suit quick check-ins, ongoing support between sessions or people who prefer not to be on camera. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caring responsibilities or travel.