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Michael Halpin

Michael Halpin

United Kingdom

Practical, respectful therapy for everyday struggles

  • 4 years' experience
  • English
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Credentials
BACP
Registration
BACP, United Kingdom · 388808
Based in
United Kingdom
  • Focus on sleep and rest
  • Short clear conversations
  • Goal oriented support

About Michael

Michael Halpin helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood and relationship strain. He introduces straightforward ways to talk about difficult feelings and to build small changes that make life easier. Michael works in a calm, respectful way and focuses on the person in front of him.

He uses short, clear conversations to understand what matters most to each client. That might mean looking at patterns in relationships, exploring unhelpful thoughts, or finding practical steps to improve sleep and daily routines. Sessions are shaped around the individual rather than a fixed script.

Michael trained as a BACP counsellor and has four years of professional experience. He draws on a mix of approaches so he can respond to different problems. This gives room for both talking about the past and trying small experiments in the present.

People often come with worries about work, parenting, identity, addictions, grief or coping with life changes. He also supports people facing attachment issues, neurodiverse challenges such as autism and Asperger syndrome, and the stress of caring for others. Michael explains options and helps people choose what feels right.

Therapy with him aims to be practical and respectful. He encourages clear goals and regular check-ins so progress can be measured. If you want to explore whether he is a good fit, use the site’s Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire to begin.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early connections shape current relationships. It helps people understand patterns around trust, closeness and conflict so they can change how they relate to partners or family. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s own goals and pace, with the therapist offering empathy and non-judgemental listening to help people find their solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines thoughts and behaviours and offers small experiments to reduce anxiety, improve mood and tackle sleep problems.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Michael will work with clients to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. That collaborative decision can change as therapy progresses and as new priorities emerge.

The original biography does not name specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Many clients find online sessions easier to fit into work or family routines, allow for shorter check-ins, or reduce travel time. Online work also makes it simpler to keep momentum between sessions and to try practical strategies in everyday settings.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Psychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Michael help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship strain, as well as sleep difficulties, addictions and grief. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, and caregiver stress.

What is his therapeutic style like?

Sessions are client-centred and practical, mixing exploratory conversation with hands-on steps. Michael adapts the style to suit each person’s needs and aims.

How much experience does he have?

He has four years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including self-esteem, parenting challenges and coping with life changes.

What credentials and location are listed?

Michael is listed with the BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.

Which languages does he offer sessions in?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How does payment or cost work?

Cost varies with location and the subscription system used; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

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