- CBT methods
- Attachment focus
- Solution-focused work
About Michael
Michael Halpin is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with four years of experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem concerns and motivation. He also supports people facing grief, trauma and addiction-related struggles.
He uses clear, listening-based work alongside practical strategies. Sessions often focus on everyday problems such as sleep, eating, career pressures and parenting strain. He pays attention to attachment and how past relationships shape present behaviour.
Michael draws on several ways of working to suit different problems. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, helps with symptoms by looking at thoughts and actions. Attachment-Based and psychodynamic ideas help understand long-running patterns that repeat in relationships.
He also uses client-centred and solution-focused approaches to keep sessions grounded and action-orientated. That can mean setting small goals between meetings and checking what is most useful week to week. This combination is intended to be practical and conversational rather than technical.
People come to him for a wide range of concerns including ADHD, body image, abandonment issues, communication problems and chronic illness adjustment. He accepts international clients and works in English. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment.
Approaches that translate to online counselling
Attachment-Based work looks at how early relationships influence current patterns. It helps people understand why they may pull away or feel overly anxious in social situations. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or CBT focuses on how thoughts and actions keep difficulties going and offers concrete steps to change them. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on immediate goals and small, practical changes that can improve day-to-day coping.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and help decide which mix of methods fits the client's needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and can be reviewed as things change.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find that remote sessions help them access consistent support while balancing work and family commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does he help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, depression and related concerns such as grief, trauma, addictions and ADHD.
What is his therapeutic style?
His style combines listening-based, client-centred work with practical strategies and short-term goals to address daily problems and relationship patterns.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including attachment issues and communication problems.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
International clients are accepted and sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.