- Client-centred approach
- Evening appointments
- Practical coping tools
About Michael
Michael Wilkes-Spellman is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief and money or career-related worries. He also supports those dealing with trauma, intimacy concerns, compassion fatigue and issues related to identity, including LGBT matters. Michael trained in 2011 and brings 13 years of experience to his work. He uses an adaptable, person-focused style and offers appointments on weekday evenings.
Michael takes time to hear what matters to each person. Sessions begin with simple, plain talk about the problem and what the person wants to change. He draws mainly on client-centred and cognitive behavioural methods to help people understand patterns of thinking and behaviour and to try practical new ways of coping.
He blends listening with straightforward tools. That can mean noticing unhelpful thoughts, practising small behaviour changes or trying mindfulness exercises to reduce tension. Michael aims to make the steps clear and manageable between sessions.
His background includes training with the National Counselling Society, represented by the NCPS credential. He continues to refresh his skills in wellbeing topics and works part time as a counsellor. Sessions are typically offered in the evenings for people fitting therapy around work and life.
People seeking help with life changes, career decisions, relationship questions or complex emotional responses may find his practical, grounded approach useful. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details via the site.
How therapeutic approaches work in online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on understanding each person's unique experience through listening and reflection. It helps people feel heard and clarifies what they want to change. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical steps to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression and stress.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has or has not helped before. That makes deciding whether to use person-centred listening, CBT techniques or a blend a joint decision between therapist and client.
The practical benefits of online therapy can include fitting sessions around work and home life and reducing travel time. If you plan to try online work, confirm which session formats the therapist currently offers before booking. Online sessions can make shorter check-ins easier and suit people who need to fit therapy into busy evenings without added travel.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Michael focus on?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma, career questions and money or financial worries among other concerns.
How would he describe his approach in sessions?
Michael uses an integrated, person-centred style alongside cognitive behavioural ideas to help people understand their experience and try practical changes.
What experience does he bring to therapy?
He has 13 years of experience since completing his counselling training in 2011 and continues to update his skills in wellbeing topics.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the NCPS credential with the National Counselling Society and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients book?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options with the therapist before booking.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.