Krassimir Kirtchev, NCPS

Krassimir Kirtchev is an NCPS counsellor who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem and depression. He supports those facing relationship strain and the knock-on effects of emotional distress. Sessions are available in English and Bulgarian and he accepts international clients.

He trained in counselling and psychotherapy at Chrysalis in the UK and holds a Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy. Krassimir also completed a Diploma in CBT/REBT - cognitive behavioural therapy and rational emotive behaviour therapy - and holds a diploma in hypnotherapy.

Krassimir blends client-centred, psychodynamic and CBT/REBT approaches to match what the person needs. He draws on practical techniques to reduce worry, manage anger and lift low mood. Conversations are straightforward and aim to build understanding and manageable steps forward.

Alongside talking therapy, he is a qualified Shiatsu practitioner and remedial massage therapist and works with clients whose emotional distress shows up in physical pain. He also has training as a back pain specialist and uses that knowledge when musculoskeletal issues are part of the problem.

His wider background includes 14 years of military service in Bulgaria and a variety of engineering and maintenance roles in the UK. Krassimir says this real-world experience helps him relate to practical life pressures and to use practical wisdom in sessions.

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Krassimir practises approaches that focus on changing unhelpful thoughts and patterns, and on understanding the life story behind current difficulties. CBT/REBT helps people notice and shift thinking styles that keep anxiety and low mood active. It uses simple exercises and do-able homework to reduce worry and build coping skills.

Client-centred work creates space to be heard and to reflect on feelings. Psychodynamic ideas look at recurring patterns and past experiences that influence present relationships. Together these methods aim to combine practical steps with deeper understanding to treat both symptoms and causes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust methods to suit the person's needs and preferences in a collaborative way. This helps make therapy feel relevant and manageable.

Confirm the exact online session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so people can keep working or care commitments. Registered or accredited professionals can guide clients on how to use these sessions effectively and match the approach to what is most helpful.