Mike Kelly, BACP
Mike Kelly is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- +3 more
About Mike
Mike Kelly is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with four years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief and depression. He emphasises a warm, non-judgemental manner and aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable.
He helps people talk through life changes and the practical effects those changes bring. Sessions focus on understanding what is most troubling and finding manageable steps forward.
Background and approach
Mike aims to build a space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of criticism. Conversations typically cover coping strategies for day-to-day strains and ways to reduce overwhelming emotional reactions. He also supports people who feel isolated, empty, or stuck in patterns of guilt and shame.
Workplace pressures and issues around body image or narcissistic dynamics are other areas he can address. Mike draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people rebuild routine, restore energy and reconnect with what matters to them. He talks through options with each person and adapts the pace to suit individual needs.
The emphasis is on practical steps clients can try between sessions. Making a first appointment is described as an important step and Mike encourages people to recognise that courage. He aims to help clients move from simply coping to feeling more in control of daily life.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 405323 | April 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 Mike works with
Everything Mike lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Narcissism
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Workplace issues
Online support
Choosing the right way to work happens together. The therapist will talk through options with each person, consider their goals and try different techniques when needed. This collaborative method helps tailor sessions to what feels most useful and realistic for the person in front of him.
Online therapy offers flexibility to fit sessions into daily life. Video calls allow fuller conversation and visual contact, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat is useful for brief check-ins, and text-based messaging can support ongoing reflection between meetings. These formats make it simpler to keep therapy consistent while balancing work, family and other commitments.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Mike commonly help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and depression. He also addresses life changes and related struggles such as isolation, guilt and workplace issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He offers a warm, non-judgemental space and focuses on practical steps. Conversations aim to be straightforward and paced to each person.
What is his background and experience?
He has four years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom. That work has included support for people facing bereavement, relationship strain and emotional distress.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and regions does he work in?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently taking international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options allow for shorter check-ins or longer conversations depending on need.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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