- Anxiety and stress
- Goal focused
- English in UK
About Michael
Michael Purvis is a counsellor who aims to help people process hard experiences and rebuild a sense of self. He sees how painful thoughts, strong feelings and long-standing habits can make daily life harder. Michael draws on his three years of practice to guide people towards clearer choices and practical next steps.
He focuses on anxiety-related issues such as obsessive-compulsive patterns, panic attacks, phobias and stress or burnout. He also works with people who find social situations difficult or who struggle to form close relationships. Low mood and depression are often part of these problems, and Michael will help talk through what keeps them going.
Michael supports people dealing with loss of purpose after retirement, redundancy or long-term illness. He also helps those affected by occupational trauma and anger that feels hard to control. He offers coaching-style conversations to set and reach goals in work, health and relationships.
His approach blends practical thinking with attention to personal meaning. Sessions look at what a person values, what gets in the way, and what simple experiments might help. He uses plain language and short-term plans when those are useful.
People will find a calm, direct style and an emphasis on small steps that fit everyday life. Michael works in English and practises in the United Kingdom under the BACP registration he lists. If you want to begin, check the therapist listing details to confirm current session options before booking.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and focus on actions that matter to them. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood and when someone wants clearer priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses practical exercises to reduce panic, phobias or persistent worry. Attachment-Based Therapy examines patterns in close relationships and how past bonds affect current trust and connection; it can help with difficulties forming or maintaining relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and then agree what to try together. That decision is collaborative and can change as therapy progresses.
Please check the therapist listing to confirm which session formats are offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work and family life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They also let people try out techniques at home and report back on how they went, which supports practical homework and step-by-step change.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, self-esteem issues and depression. He also offers coaching for practical goals in life and work.
How would he describe his therapy style?
His style is calm and direct, using plain language and practical steps. Conversations often include goal-setting and short experiments to try between sessions.
What background does he bring to sessions?
Michael has three years of clinical experience. He focuses on anxiety-related conditions and on helping people regain purpose after life changes.
What professional credential does he hold and where does he practise?
He is listed with the BACP, which is shown in his supplied credentials, and he practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions charged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.