- Focus on sleep
- Practical tools
- LGBT affirmative
About Michael
Michael Carrington is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom. He works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood or relationship strain. Michael often helps clients who are dealing with sleep problems and the ripple effects those bring to daily life.
He draws on several therapeutic approaches to match what each person needs. Sessions focus on talking through current problems, understanding unhelpful patterns, and finding small practical changes that can make life easier. Michael aims for clear, straightforward conversations rather than clinical jargon.
Many people come with concerns about identity, intimacy and sexuality, including those from LGBT communities. Michael also supports people facing grief, trauma, addictions and issues such as anger, shame or low self-esteem. He helps clients untangle problems related to work, life changes and family dynamics.
With three years of experience, Michael combines client-centred listening with practical tools from cognitive-behavioural and psychodynamic thinking. That mix lets him respond to emotional needs and day-to-day challenges. Sessions move at a pace set by the client and focus on what matters most to them.
Michael works in English and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. To begin, potential clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to his availability.
Approaches used in online counselling and how they help
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the client’s experience and values, offering empathic listening and support to help people make sense of their feelings and choices. It suits issues like identity, relationship concerns and stress. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns; it can be useful for anxiety, sleep problems and low mood.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Michael will discuss what feels most useful and adapt methods as therapy progresses. The choice is collaborative and based on the client’s goals and what seems to help in early sessions.
Many people find online sessions useful for fitting therapy into busy lives and for keeping continuity when travel is difficult. Online work can make it easier to build regular routines, schedule shorter check-ins, and access therapy from different locations. Please confirm the exact session formats offered before booking so arrangements match your needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael help with?
Michael supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and sleep difficulties, plus relationship, grief and trauma-related concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a warm, client-centred style and mixes in practical techniques to address thoughts and behaviours alongside deeper emotional work.
How much experience does he have?
Michael has three years of practice working with a wide range of presenting issues, including addictions, self-esteem and intimacy-related concerns.
Where is Michael based and what are his credentials?
He is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He does not take international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with Michael?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to his availability.