- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Trauma and abuse
About Massimiliano
Massimiliano Cattafi is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with six years' experience. He works with people dealing with relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression and major life changes. Sessions are offered in English and Italian and take place in the United Kingdom.
Massimiliano focuses on helping people make sense of what matters to them. He aims to help clients identify small, practical steps they can take once things feel clearer. Conversations tend to be straightforward and focused on daily life and decision-making rather than clinical jargon.
His background includes steady practice under the BACP ethical framework. That means he follows professional standards for working with sensitive material and for how sessions are managed. He draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address emotional patterns and relationship problems.
People bring a wide range of concerns, including attachment and abandonment issues, isolation and loneliness, body image worries, caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, and difficulties with communication and commitment. He also supports people coping with divorce or separation, guilt and shame, impulsivity, and feelings of emptiness.
Sessions explore how past experiences affect current responses, and then focus on clear steps to try in everyday life. Massimiliano prefers a practical, reflective style that helps people test out different ways of relating and coping. To start, prospective clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Massimiliano draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that help people understand how past experiences affect present behaviour. One common approach focuses on identifying patterns in relationships and communication, then testing small changes in how someone responds. This helps with problems like attachment concerns, commitment issues and communication problems.Another approach pays attention to how difficult events or abuse influence mood and coping. It involves talking through memories and current reactions, then practising manageable strategies to reduce unhelpful responses in daily life. This can support people dealing with trauma, low self-esteem or depression.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, and together they decide which techniques to try and when to adapt them. That collaboration keeps the sessions focused on what feels most useful for the person.
Practical benefits of online work include easier fitting of sessions into a busy week and fewer travel demands. If you want to proceed, confirm the exact session formats offered before booking, since options are outlined during the matching process. The subscription model used for sessions can be cancelled at any time, which may help with planning.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Italian
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as isolation, attachment concerns and caregiver stress.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses straightforward, evidence-based approaches and focuses on making sense of problems and finding practical steps to try in daily life.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of professional experience working as a counsellor under the BACP framework.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Italian.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered to people based in the United Kingdom.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to book a session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.