- Person-centred approach
- Focus on anxiety
- Respectful listening
About Michael
Michael Boulton works in a person-centred way, offering a warm, accepting space for people to talk through what matters to them. He presents himself clearly and calmly, making room for what you bring and treating you with dignity and respect. Michael is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation.
He aims to make counselling straightforward and approachable. Sessions focus on helping people name and manage difficult feelings, from stress and anxiety to low self-esteem and depression. Michael also supports people dealing with trauma, LGBT issues, sexuality, and worries such as panic attacks and social anxiety.
Michael has four years of practice experience. He says he listens without judgement and stays alongside clients as they work through hard moments. The therapeutic space is intended to feel supportive and steady rather than directive.
His work emphasises helping people increase self-worth and personal choice. That often means talking about what feels stuck, finding clearer language for emotions, and practising new ways of responding to triggers.
People who choose Michael can expect a respectful, person-focused approach that honours equality and diversity. If you are thinking about counselling, he asks that you consider whether this style feels right for you and encourages an initial step of getting in touch to find out more.
How Client-Centred and Existential Work Translates Online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on offering a warm, accepting presence and clear listening so people can speak openly about their feelings. This approach is helpful for anxiety, depression and self-esteem concerns because it lets the person lead what matters most to them.Existential Therapy looks at questions of meaning, choice and personal values. It helps when someone is struggling with life direction, feelings of emptiness, or making sense of trauma and difficult changes.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michael will collaborate with each person to see which ideas and ways of working feel most useful. He will check in about goals and adjust the way sessions are held as conversations progress so the approach fits the individual’s needs and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling into busy lives, for example by saving travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a lunch break, or avoiding the need to be on camera when that feels difficult. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt exercises and discussions to suit these practical arrangements, helping therapy remain focused and usable in everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can be brought to sessions?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and self-esteem issues, and also addresses trauma, LGBT and sexuality concerns. Panic disorder and panic attacks are listed among his focus areas.
How would you describe the therapeutic style?
He uses Client-Centred Therapy and Existential Therapy approaches, offering a non-judgemental, accepting space and encouraging personal reflection about meaning and choice.
What is his professional background?
He has around four years of practice experience supporting people with a range of emotional and practical concerns.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He practices in the United Kingdom and is registered with the BACP.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK book sessions?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions operate through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.