Michael Carrington , BACP

Michael Carrington is a UK-based counsellor registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which signals adherence to recognised professional standards. He works as an integrative counsellor, blending different therapeutic methods to match each person’s needs and preferences. Michael aims to create a calm, non-judgemental environment where people can explore their thoughts, feelings, and relationships to gain clearer understanding and practical insight.

He supports people facing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, bereavement, family conflict, and relationship difficulties. As an LGBTQIA+ affirmative practitioner, Michael has experience working with clients who are exploring questions of sexuality and gender and offers an informed, respectful approach to those conversations. His integrative practice means he draws on multiple evidence-informed techniques to tailor work to each individual, helping clients find ways to cope, adapt, and move forward at their own pace.

Approaches, Online Support, and How They Fit Together

Michael combines clear, practical methods that people can use in everyday life. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic space in which the person’s own goals and experiences guide the work; it is useful when someone needs support to feel heard and to build greater self-understanding. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, explores the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and offers structured techniques for reducing anxiety, managing low mood, and changing unhelpful patterns. Existential Therapy invites reflection on meaning, choice, and values, and can help people facing life transitions, loss, or questions about identity.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Michael works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the focus over time as progress and priorities evolve. Licensed professionals can draw from different models to tailor sessions to what the client finds most helpful.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls or phone conversations, and some work can continue through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to access consistent support around work, family, or mobility constraints and allow therapists and clients to maintain momentum between sessions while respecting individual routines.