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Michael Boulton, BACP

Michael Boulton uses a person-centred approach to counselling and brings it into work simply and directly.

About Michael

Michael Boulton uses a person-centred approach to counselling and brings it into work simply and directly. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and LGBT-related concerns. Michael aims to make the first step easy to take for someone who is feeling uncertain or overwhelmed.

He emphasises listening without judgement and treats each person as an individual. Sessions are built around what matters to the client rather than a fixed agenda.

Background and approach

This helps people name their feelings, understand patterns, and make choices that feel more right for them. Michael has practised counselling for four years. He has experience supporting issues such as panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, dissociation, seasonal affective disorder and social anxiety.

He also works with clients on concerns linked to adoption and foster care, family problems, sexuality, guilt, shame and feelings of emptiness. Equality and diversity are central to his work, and he aims to create a respectful, non-judgemental space. He wants clients to feel heard and valued while they talk through difficult material.

The goal is to help people increase self-worth and build more autonomy in daily life. Sessions are offered in English and take place online across the United Kingdom. Michael is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then arrange sessions to suit their needs.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	396552	November 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Ways of working Michael names

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How his approaches work online and what to expect

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's experience. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what is said and supports the client to find their own understanding. This approach helps when someone feels unheard, unsure of themselves, or stuck in low mood and self-doubt.

Existential Therapy looks at life meaning, choice and responsibility in everyday life. It helps people who feel disconnected, empty or who are questioning identity and purpose. That way of working can be useful for clients wrestling with major life transitions or questions about sexuality and values.

Choosing an approach is a joint process. Michael will work with each person to explore which style fits their goals and preferences. He adapts sessions over time so the work stays relevant and useful rather than fixed or prescriptive.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video is helpful for a full conversational session, phone calls can suit quick check-ins or lower bandwidth, and messaging or live chat can fit short daily reflections or people who prefer writing. These options give flexibility for fitting therapy around work, study and family commitments, and make it easier to keep continuity between appointments.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Michael commonly help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression and issues linked to trauma and abuse. Other focus areas include LGBT matters, self-esteem, panic attacks and social anxiety.

What is Michael's therapeutic style like?

He practises Client-Centred Therapy and draws on Existential ideas. Sessions prioritise listening, personal meaning and supporting the client's own choices.

How much experience does he have?

Michael has four years of counselling practice supporting people with a range of emotional and life concerns.

What credentials and region are listed?

He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are supported?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Therapy can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging depending on client preference.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and therapy is provided through a subscription model 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 the therapist's availability.