- Person-centred approach
- Practical CBT tools
- Mindfulness skills
About Michael
Michael Iffil is a counsellor with 15 years of experience who works from a person-centred viewpoint. He focuses on listening carefully and helping people find practical ways to manage stress, anxiety and panic attacks. He encourages clients to use their own strengths while figuring out what changes feel possible and realistic.
He draws on client-centred listening alongside cognitive behavioural techniques and mindfulness practices. That means sessions can include talking things through, spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and trying small changes in day-to-day routines. Michael aims for short, clear steps people can try between sessions.
Clients often bring worries about relationships, work, life changes and grief. He also supports people dealing with anger, low self-esteem, addictions and trauma-related concerns. Panic disorder and panic attacks are listed among his focus areas when they affect daily life and routines.
Michael trained to the standards of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, noted as BACP. He works from the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English. He is open to working with people internationally through the practice setup.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability. Payment follows a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. The first sessions are often used to set goals and agree on practical steps to try between meetings.
How his approaches work in online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding. The counsellor offers an accepting, non-judgemental space where people can talk through what matters to them and decide their own next steps. This approach helps with building confidence and finding personal strengths.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It involves noticing unhelpful thinking patterns and testing small changes in behaviour. CBT can be useful for anxiety, panic-related worries and phobias by teaching coping strategies and practical skills.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention practices that reduce reactivity and increase present-moment awareness. Short exercises can help calm the body and steady attention when anxiety rises.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The counsellor will collaborate with each person to decide which methods suit their goals and preferences. That might mean trying client-centred listening first, then adding CBT techniques or mindfulness exercises as needed.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, cut travel time and allow follow-ups that slot into work or family schedules. It also lets people try shorter check-ins or longer explorations depending on what works for them and the therapist.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does this counsellor commonly address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes. He also lists panic disorder and panic attacks among his focus areas.
How would sessions feel in terms of style and approach?
The work blends client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural strategies and mindfulness. Sessions typically involve talking things through, identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying small practical steps between meetings.
What is his background and experience?
He has 15 years of professional experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns including trauma, addictions and relationship problems.
Which professional accreditation does he hold and where is he based?
He is associated with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, noted as BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can people who do not live in the UK work with him?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients through the service setup.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.