- Person-Centred approach
- BACP registered
- Works with anxiety
About Michael
Michael Schmool is a Person-Centred counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He has four years of practice and works with people who are coping with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship and family issues, and grief.
Michael draws on life experience across two continents and a varied career in advertising, media, publishing and photography. That background shapes a straightforward, down-to-earth approach. Sessions focus on listening, understanding what matters to the client, and helping people make sense of how they feel.
In practical terms he offers time to reflect and to notice patterns that cause pain or hold people back. Conversations look at feelings, behaviour and choices, with attention to relationships, attachment and issues such as abandonment or isolation. Michael also helps with anger, career strain, parenting and intimacy-related concerns.
He works within the ethical framework and practice guidelines of the BACP. That means the work follows recognised professional standards and clear boundaries about how sessions run. He accepts people from different countries and conducts sessions in English.
People often start by naming the immediate problem and then move on to looking at what keeps the problem going. Michael supports that process with steady, practical conversation rather than technical jargon. His aim is to help people gain clearer understanding and to consider small, manageable steps forward.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Person-Centred practice focuses on giving people time to talk and be heard without judgement. Online sessions using this approach concentrate on listening, reflecting what a person says, and helping them notice feelings and choices that shape their life. This approach can help with anxiety, relationship concerns and low self-esteem.Another helpful technique is open conversational work that looks at patterns in relationships and attachment. That involves discussing past and present relationships to understand why someone might feel isolated, fearful of intimacy, or stuck in avoidance. It is practical talk aimed at increasing awareness and identifying small changes to try between sessions.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. That means checking in regularly and adjusting the approach as the client notices progress or new priorities.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel. They also allow shorter check-ins when needed, or more flexible scheduling for people who live in another country.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family issues, grief and related concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a Person-Centred way of working which focuses on listening and helping people understand their feelings and choices.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of experience working with people from varied backgrounds.
What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I have sessions in other languages or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.