- Person-centred focus
- Existential perspective
- Works with trauma
About Michael
Michael Boulton is a counsellor who uses a person-centred approach to help people talk through difficult feelings. He holds BACP and brings four years of practice to conversations about stress, anxiety and low mood. Michael welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and sexualities and aims to offer a calm, non-judgemental space to explore what matters most to them.
He focuses on listening and reflecting rather than directing. That means sessions centre on what the person brings, helping them find their own words for painful thoughts and experiences. He also uses ideas from existential therapy to look at meaning, choice and how someone wants to live their life.
Michael has worked with issues such as trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, post-traumatic stress and panic. He also supports people dealing with adoption and foster care questions, dissociation and feelings of emptiness. His practice includes attention to sexuality, LGBT concerns, social anxiety and young adult matters.
In a session he will help name feelings, explore how they affect day-to-day life, and consider practical ways to respond. The aim is to increase self-worth and build more confidence in decision-making. Michael emphasises equality and respect and aims to treat everyone with dignity.
People wanting to begin are invited to try an initial step and see how the approach feels in practice. He works from the United Kingdom and conducts sessions in English. Further arrangements and session details are provided when contacting him.
Person-centred and existential approaches for online therapy
Michael practises person-centred counselling, which emphasises being heard and understood. In this approach the counsellor listens, reflects what is said, and helps people name and make sense of their feelings. It often suits issues like anxiety, low mood and struggles with self-worth.He also uses existential therapy ideas to look at life choices and meaning. This approach helps when people feel stuck, are questioning identity, or want to consider how they live their life in a broader way.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michael will help a client decide together which way of working fits best, based on their needs, goals and preferences. The process is collaborative and paced to what the person is ready for.
Practical benefits of online therapy include easier fitting of sessions into a busy day and reduced travel time. Online work can make shorter check-ins simpler and can help people keep continuity when circumstances change. Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking so arrangements match the client’s schedule and preferences.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and self-esteem issues. His work also covers trauma, panic, post-traumatic stress and related challenges.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Michael uses a person-centred approach that prioritises listening and reflection. He also draws on existential ideas to discuss meaning, choice and life direction.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of professional practice working with a range of concerns and life situations.
What credentials and location apply?
He is listed with BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified in the profile.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.