Christina Young

Christina Young is a trainee counsellor and a registered student member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She is currently working towards a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling at The Awareness Centre and provides therapy through the NHS counselling service in Sutton. Christina is developing her clinical experience in supporting clients with a range of emotional and psychological difficulties. Her main therapeutic modality is psychodynamic therapy, through which she explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns can influence present thoughts, emotions, and relationships. While her approach is primarily psychodynamic, Christina also integrates elements of other therapeutic models to ensure her work is responsive to the unique needs and circumstances of each client.

Christina is passionate about helping clients build emotional resilience, improve self-esteem, and develop healthier coping strategies. She values the therapeutic relationship as an important part of the healing process and strives to create an environment of trust, warmth, and non-judgement where clients feel truly heard and supported. Christina offers a safe and reflective space where clients can explore their difficulties at their own pace, develop greater self-awareness, and begin to understand the patterns that may be affecting their wellbeing. She believes that self-awareness is an important part of creating meaningful change and works collaboratively with clients to explore their experiences, uncover underlying patterns, and support them in moving towards greater emotional wellbeing.

Before beginning her counselling training, Christina spent over 25 years working within the NHS in a GP practice, where she gained extensive experience supporting patients through a wide range of physical and emotional challenges. This experience has given her a deep understanding of the pressures people face and the importance of providing compassionate, accessible support. Christina has a particular interest in trauma and the impact it can have on mental health and overall wellbeing. Her background within the healthcare system continues to inform her therapeutic practice, allowing her to bring empathy, understanding, and a holistic perspective to her work with clients. She is committed to supporting individuals as they explore their experiences, strengthen their resilience, and develop healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges.