- Mindfulness
- Hypnotherapy
- Solution focused
About Michael
Michael Leunig is a Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with six years of clinical experience. He trained in counselling and psychotherapy at Salford University and also practises clinical hypnotherapy. Michael speaks English and German and works from a practical, straightforward perspective on problems such as anger, stress, anxiety and depression.
Michael’s own experience with childhood trauma, depression and anger shaped his approach to working with others. He began using mindfulness early in his recovery and trained as a Mindfulness Master Practitioner. He later taught mindfulness courses to groups and to other therapists who wanted to use mindfulness in their work.
Following university training in counselling and psychotherapy, Michael added clinical hypnotherapy to his practice and now teaches that subject. He has worked for the UK mental health charity Mind, supported emergency services through a Blue Lights scheme, and delivered solution-focused work in NHS surgeries across the north of England.
In private practice he combines person-centred methods with elements of solution-focused work, hypnotherapy and mindfulness. Sessions focus on practical steps clients can use to reduce irritation, manage anger spikes, or ease longer-standing resentment. He also supports people with grief, addictions, career stresses and relationship fallout from separation.
Michael describes his role as helping people become unstuck. He uses straightforward conversation, reflective listening, practical exercises and mindfulness techniques. Clients who want clear, active work on anger or life changes may find his direct, skills-based style useful.
How his approaches work in online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, reflection and building a collaborative relationship. It helps when someone needs a calm, non-directive space to talk through triggers, patterns and everyday anger responses. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and ease ongoing stress; it is useful for people who want practical tools to manage sudden flare-ups and long-term irritability.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Michael will talk with each client about goals and preferences and suggest which methods to emphasise. That might mean short solution-focused tasks one week and mindfulness exercises or hypnotherapy techniques the next. The choice is collaborative and reviewed as progress is made.
Confirm the current session formats before you book, as the biography does not list specific options here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work and family life, reduce travel time and allow brief check-ins between face-to-face appointments. For many people, remote sessions mean more regular contact and easier follow-up on exercises and skills practice.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, German
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger problems does he help with?
He works with day-to-day anger, built-up resentment and problems that affect work or close relationships. Other concerns he lists include anxiety, depression, trauma and addictions.
How would he approach work on temper and anger?
He draws on client-centred skills, mindfulness practice and solution-focused techniques. He also uses clinical hypnotherapy where appropriate as part of an integrative approach.
What is his professional background?
He has six years' experience, trained at Salford University in counselling and psychotherapy, and has taught mindfulness and hypnotherapy courses.
What credentials and country is he based in?
He is a Member of the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and German.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients.
How are costs and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule your first session.