- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Existential and psychodynamic
About Michael
Michael Carrington is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with three years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression and anger, and he also supports clients dealing with relationship and family issues. Michael describes himself as LGBTQIA+ affirmative and often works with people exploring sexuality and gender.
He uses an integrative approach and draws on a few different therapies to suit each person. That means sessions can include practical exercises, talking through patterns from the past, and looking at immediate thoughts and behaviours that make day-to-day life harder.
In practice sessions are straightforward and conversational. Michael aims to help people notice how they react when anger or frustration rises, and then try small changes to respond differently. He also helps with sleep problems, grief, shame or compulsive behaviours when they link to distress or relationship strain.
Clients can expect a mix of short-term focused work and longer conversational therapy depending on what they want. Michael pays attention to relationship patterns, attachment concerns and issues around control or intimacy. He also has experience supporting people with kink, polyamory and gender dysphoria related questions.
He works in English and does not accept international clients. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, people use the site matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and on helping people find their own solutions. It is useful when someone needs space to talk through feelings about anger, identity or relationships. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It can help with reactive anger, anxiety and sleep problems.Choosing an approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, personal preferences and what has or hasn't helped before, then try methods that fit the client's needs. That collaborative process can mean trying a short practical focus first, then moving to longer exploratory work if needed.
Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel. They also let people take part from a different location when that helps with day-to-day life.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger or related concerns does he address?
He works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain and issues around intimacy and control.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is integrative and conversational, combining practical exercises with exploration of past patterns and present thoughts.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.