Michael Carrington, BACP
Michael Carrington is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom.
- Stress & Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- +13 more
About Michael
Michael Carrington is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom. He offers straightforward, person-centred help for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety or depression. He meets clients without judgement and aims to make sessions easy to understand and use.
He draws on a mix of counselling methods to suit each person. That might mean focusing on current patterns and practical steps, or looking at life themes that shape someone’s choices.
Background and approach
Sessions are shaped around what the client needs rather than a rigid formula. Michael has three years of experience working with concerns such as trauma, grief, addiction and relationship strain. He also supports people facing identity-related issues, including gender and sexuality questions, and people dealing with isolation, shame or body-image worries.
In a typical session he listens first, then works with the person to set simple, realistic goals. He uses clear language and small, manageable steps so people can try things between sessions. The work can include thinking styles, emotional patterns, and how past experiences influence present life.
Michael offers therapy by video, phone, live chat and text messaging. He speaks English and works with people across the UK. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and sessions are scheduled to suit the client.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 389989 | November 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Michael works with
Everything Michael lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Body image
- Control issues
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Isolation / loneliness
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-harm
- Sex addiction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
Approaches Michael lists
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Online support
Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options with the client, try different ways of working and review what helps most. Decisions are shaped by the client's goals, day-to-day life and what feels workable between sessions.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video is good for face-to-face conversation; phone works when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging suit brief check-ins, flexible schedules and people who express themselves better in writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caring commitments and travel.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Michael help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety and depression plus trauma, grief, addictions, relationship and family issues among other concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He works in a client-centred, conversational way and adapts methods to each person. Sessions focus on listening, understanding patterns and trying practical steps.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of experience working with a range of emotional and relationship difficulties.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can people abroad join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and routines.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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