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- Person-centred approach
- BACP member
- Works with grief
About Michael
Counsellor (BACP), 4 years' experience. Michael Schmool helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, self‑esteem and relationship problems. He also supports people dealing with grief, trauma and life changes, and addresses parenting and family concerns.
Michael works from a person‑centred humanistic approach and follows the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) practice guidance. He listens for what matters most to each person and encourages clearer self‑understanding. Sessions are conversational and focused on what a client wants to change or understand.
Michael draws on his varied life and work across two continents to relate to different backgrounds and situations. His earlier careers in advertising, media, publishing and photography brought him into contact with people from many walks of life. He uses that experience to keep sessions straightforward and practical.
People contact him for help with feelings of abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, intimacy and commitment concerns. He also supports those facing infidelity, divorce and separation, fatherhood issues, anger, isolation and career questions. Conversations aim to identify manageable steps forward rather than complex labels.
Sessions take a reflective yet pragmatic tone. Michael emphasises listening, understanding patterns in relationships and emotions, and helping people notice choices they can try outside sessions. The BACP membership informs his ethical approach and practice standards.
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How his person‑centred approach works online
Michael practises a person‑centred humanistic approach which focuses on listening closely and helping people make sense of their feelings. This method aims to increase self‑awareness and is often used for anxiety, low self‑esteem and relationship difficulties.He also works with practical, conversational strategies that help people spot patterns in their relationships and emotions. These techniques can be useful for coping with grief, trauma, anger and life changes by identifying small steps to try between sessions.
Deciding which approach fits best is a shared process. Michael will talk through your goals and preferences and adjust the way he works so it suits what you want to address. That collaborative selection helps keep sessions focused and relevant.
The therapist's online session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check‑in meetings when needed. Many people find that remote meetings let them continue therapy across locations or when work and family schedules change.
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Areas of expertise
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, low self‑esteem and relationship problems. Other areas include grief, trauma, parenting and career questions.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a person‑centred humanistic approach. Sessions are conversational and focus on listening and building understanding about feelings and relationships.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of experience working as a counsellor. His background includes previous careers in advertising, media, publishing and photography.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients. Confirm any cross‑border considerations when arranging sessions.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees depend on where the client is based.
How do I begin a series of sessions?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.