- Stress and burnout
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Goal-focused coaching
About Michael
Michael Purvis is a BACP-registered counsellor working in the United Kingdom with three years' experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, depression and coaching. He also lists social anxiety and phobia among his areas of work.
He helps people talk through difficult experiences and the thoughts or behaviours that follow them. Sessions are practical and conversational. He works with issues such as obsessive compulsive patterns, panic attacks and phobias, plus stress and burnout from work.
Michael also supports people who find it hard to socialise or to build relationships. He addresses communication problems, commitment and codependency concerns, and the impact of abandonment or adoption and foster care histories. He works with people facing loss of purpose after retirement, redundancy or long-term illness.
There is attention to addiction and eating-related difficulties alongside mood concerns. He can help set and work towards personal goals in areas like career, health and relationships. Sessions aim to make goals clearer and to develop manageable steps.
His practice draws on a mix of approaches to match the person in front of him. He uses clear, conversational techniques to help people notice patterns, try different ways of responding and reflect on their values. He encourages practical steps between sessions while keeping the focus on what matters to the client.
Therapeutic approaches and online working
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that reflect their values. It can be useful for anxiety, avoidance and issues that keep someone stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying patterns in thinking and behaviour and trying small experiments to change them. It is commonly used for panic, phobias and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape connection and trust and can help with attachment issues and relationship difficulties.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, needs and preferences and then suggest which approaches to try. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Confirm the specific online session options before booking, as the biography does not list formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work or family life, reduce travel time and allow brief check-ins at times that suit a person. Some formats use less bandwidth or do not require video, which can help on quieter days or when someone prefers a short, focused session. Registered or accredited professionals on the platform will discuss practical arrangements when arranging the first appointment.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, depression and coaching goals. He also lists areas such as phobias, panic attacks and burnout.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are conversational and practical, focusing on noticing patterns and trying different responses. He uses a mix of approaches to suit the person's needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
He does not accept international clients at this time. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking by checking the online therapy options. The biography does not list specific session formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.