- CBT/REBT methods
- Psychodynamic elements
- Somatic support
About Krassimir
Krassimir Kirtchev is an NCPS counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with 12 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger, low self-esteem and depression, and also helps people dealing with guilt and shame.
He trained in counselling and psychotherapy at Chrysalis UK and later completed a diploma in CBT/REBT at The College of Cognitive Behavioural Therapies. He combines client-centred, psychodynamic and CBT/REBT methods to address emotional and behavioural patterns that cause distress.
Krassimir also holds diplomas in hypnotherapy and in counselling and offers physical therapies alongside talking work. He is a qualified Shiatsu practitioner, remedial massage therapist and back pain specialist, and this means he commonly works with people whose emotional struggles show up as physical symptoms.
His background includes 14 years of military service in Bulgaria, mechanical engineering training and various engineering and maintenance roles in the UK. He says that practical life experience and what he calls phronesis - practical wisdom - inform his approach to helping others.
In a session he talks through patterns, thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going. He uses structured CBT/REBT techniques where helpful, and also explores deeper relationship and attachment themes when those are relevant. Sessions aim to make day-to-day feelings clearer and more manageable so people can make the decisions they need.
People can expect straightforward, practical work that links emotions and any physical symptoms. Krassimir offers work in English and Bulgarian and accepts international clients.
Approaches used in online counselling and what they do
Krassimir draws on CBT/REBT and psychodynamic-informed talking approaches. CBT/REBT is a structured way of noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical exercises; it suits problems like anxiety, anger and persistent guilt. Psychodynamic elements look at relationship patterns and past experiences to understand why certain feelings recur, which can be useful for shame and attachment concerns.He also uses somatic-informed methods alongside talk work when emotional problems show up as physical pain. This can involve simple body-focused noticing and breath or tension awareness to reduce the hold of psychosomatic symptoms on daily life.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. He will discuss options with the client, try techniques, and adjust the mix of methods to fit current needs and preferences rather than offering a single fixed programme.
Confirm the session formats before booking as the biography does not list them specifically. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or remove travel time. Registered or accredited professionals often use these practical benefits to help people maintain regular sessions alongside work and family life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Bulgarian
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, low self-esteem and depression, and lists guilt and shame among additional focus areas.
How does he approach shame and guilt?
He uses a mix of client-centred listening, psychodynamic thinking and CBT/REBT techniques to look at thoughts and patterns that keep shame or guilt active.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of professional experience working in private practice and related roles.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Bulgarian.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He accepts international clients.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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