I have been working with Michael for only a few months now, but I have quickly grown to trust him with even the most delicate matters. As someone with a trauma history, I usually find it not easy to trust. Michael is an excellent active listener, will respectfully self-disclose in small doses to stay relatable and human, while displaying solid knowledge and expertise in relational therapy. He truly is the whole package, top expertise and experience paired with an admirable personality. Warmly recommended!
Michael James, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Michael is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 3 reviews
- Great news, Michael is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Michael is super awesome attentive, great listener 5 stars from me
More about Michael
- 26 years' experience
- Male
- BACP
I'm an Integrative Psychotherapist with over 25 years experience. I am also an Accredited Teacher of Mindfulness with over 30 years experience. I invite clients to use intentional awareness to frame issues of identity and purpose and to facilitate meaningful positive change in their lives - towards a 'solution focus'.
The essence of my practice is 'person-centred' in that I am always led by the client's needs and 'issues' as presented to me. In this way 'therapy' is always grounded in the trans-formative power of trusting and collaborative relationships.
My practice is also 'trauma Informed' in that our presenting problems are often linked to the underlying effects of prior/present trauma. Such trauma can be healed through 'present-centred' body awareness that may incorporate a mindful practice coupled with a reflective dialogue to reframe meaning and direction to our lives
The Mindfulness element of my practice is seen 'merely' as 'intentional awareness' which experience shows can be applied by degrees from moment-to-moment as an enabling agent to help us to see our patterns of 'stuckness' - at the heart of many problems - and to move beyond them. Intentional awareness harnesses the simplicity of our own present awareness to see patterns of thoughts and behaviour and to help us to embrace a 'solution' that we can envision.
My own experience has shown that our suffering through a myriad of life problems can act as a 'prompt' for us to examine issues of 'identity' and 'purpose'. These can be of a Trans-personal nature and can also be transformed through our own awakening - through the gateway of a present-centred intentional awareness.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hearing impaired
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 107253 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Michael James
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I have been working with Michael for only a few months now, but I have quickly grown to trust him with even the most delicate matters. As someone with a trauma history, I usually find it not easy to trust. Michael is an excellent active listener, will respectfully self-disclose in small doses to stay relatable and human, while displaying solid knowledge and expertise in relational therapy. He truly is the whole package, top expertise and experience paired with an admirable personality. Warmly recommended!
Michael is super awesome attentive, great listener 5 stars from me
Although I’m only two sessions in, I’m extremely satisfied with Michael as a therapist. He strikes a strong - and natural - balance between professional and personable, which is perfect for his person-centred, humanistic approach to counselling. Michael’s expertise and experience runs parallel with a patient and entirely non-judgemental disposition. His words are every bit as grounding and relatable as they are learned and well-informed. For me, that’s the working definition of worthy help in regards to therapy.
Frequently asked questions
Does Michael James offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Michael James works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Michael James speak?
Michael James speaks English.
How many years of experience does Michael James have?
Michael James has 26 years of experience.
Where is Michael James licensed to practice?
Michael James is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Michael James accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Michael James accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Michael James offer?
Michael James offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Michael James?
Michael James can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Michael James?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.