- Person-centred approach
- Trauma-focused therapy
- Psychodynamic ideas
About Michael
Michael Johansen is a BACP-registered counsellor in the United Kingdom with seven years of professional experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns and anger. He also supports those facing trauma and helps with self-esteem, coping with life changes and career strain.
Michael uses person-centred practice as a foundation. That means sessions start with the person and what matters to them. He listens for patterns in thoughts, feelings and relationships and helps people make sense of those patterns.
He draws on trauma-focused work when past hurts or abuse are a current problem. That approach looks at how traumatic events affect daily life and aims to reduce their grip over time. Michael also uses psychodynamic ideas to look at repeated relationship problems and long-standing emotional themes.
Sessions are conversational and practical. People can expect to talk through recent events, notice recurring reactions, and try small changes between meetings. The emphasis is on understanding what keeps difficult feelings going and testing new ways of responding.
Michael describes himself as straightforward and non-judgemental. He supports people who want clearer boundaries, less reactivity, or help managing strong emotions. To begin, a short matching questionnaire and a scheduled first session set the process in motion.
How his therapeutic approaches translate online
Client-centred therapy focuses on the person’s perspective. Online sessions using this approach prioritise listening, reflection and helping people clarify what they want to change. It suits issues like stress, low self-esteem and relationship concerns.Trauma-focused therapy looks at how past events continue to affect feeling and behaviour. Delivered remotely, it can help people recognise traumatic patterns and practise grounding or coping skills between sessions. Psychodynamic ideas support understanding repeated reactions and relationship patterns by linking present difficulties to earlier experiences.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. He will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, and together they decide which methods to try. That collaborative discussion can happen on the first few sessions and be adjusted as progress is seen.
Confirm the session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Those practical benefits help people keep therapy consistent while balancing everyday life.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues and anger, plus related areas such as self-esteem, parenting and career strain.
What is his therapeutic style?
He practices person-centred counselling with conversational, practical sessions that start from the client’s priorities and experiences.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional experience supporting people with emotional and relationship difficulties.
What credential and location should I know?
He is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions organised and paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to book?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.