- Person-centred care
- Mindfulness based
- Trauma informed
About Michael
Michael James is a counsellor who helps people facing money worries alongside wider life stresses. He draws attention to how daily choices, relationships and personal patterns link to financial strain. Michael uses straightforward conversation and awareness practices to help people find clearer next steps.
He describes his work as person-centred, which means he follows what the client brings to the room. Sessions focus on building trust and working together to understand patterns that get people stuck. Michael also uses mindfulness as intentional awareness to notice habits and reactions in everyday life.
Many clients bring difficult histories or upsetting events, and Michael is trauma informed in his approach. He combines present-centred body awareness with reflective dialogue to help people reframe meaning and direction. This can make painful memories less overwhelming and open a path to change.
Michael draws on several therapy approaches where helpful, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment-focused ideas and emotionally focused work. He aims to match methods to each person’s needs rather than applying a single technique.
He has 28 years of experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Michael practises from the United Kingdom and runs sessions in English. To begin he asks people to reflect on what matters to them and to set small, achievable goals in the work.
How his approaches translate to online work
Michael commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based ideas in his practice. ACT encourages noticing thoughts and feelings without getting locked into them and helps people take steps aligned with what matters. Attachment-informed work looks at how early relationship patterns affect current connections and helps people develop different ways of relating.He also uses client-centred principles, which means sessions are shaped by the client’s concerns and tempo. Finding the right approach is collaborative: the therapist and client discuss what feels most useful and adjust methods as the work unfolds. This lets practical goals and personal values guide each choice.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example fitting a short check-in during a lunch break or avoiding travel time. Different ways of meeting can suit different needs, so please confirm the available session formats before booking. The focus remains the same online - noticing patterns, practising intentional awareness, and creating manageable steps toward change.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Michael help with?
He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma, grief, depression, addictions and money-related strain among other issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is person-centred and collaborative, using mindful awareness and reflective conversation to uncover unhelpful patterns and practical next steps.
How long has he been practising?
Michael has 28 years of professional experience working with individuals and couples.
What professional registration does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and he does accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.