- Warm and easygoing
- BACP registered
- Helps with anxiety
About Michael
Michael Schmool is a Person-Centred counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He offers calm, non-judgemental support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, low self-esteem, grief, and the ripple effects of major life changes. He also helps people facing issues around intimacy, parenting, anger and career pressures.
Michael brings warmth and an easygoing presence to sessions. He draws on life experience from careers in advertising, media, publishing and photography across two continents. That variety has helped him relate to people from many backgrounds and life situations.
In the counselling room he focuses on listening and building understanding. He gives space to notice feelings, question unhelpful patterns, and think about practical steps forward. Sessions aim to help people recognise what matters to them and move towards clearer choices.
Michael works within the BACP ethical framework and practice guidelines, which guide how he offers care. He describes his style as kind and compassionate, creating a warm place to reflect on difficult moments. He has around four years' experience supporting people with common mental health and relationship concerns.
People who choose to meet him can expect a straightforward, human approach. He encourages gentle self-reflection, practical thinking about next steps, and gradual change at a pace that suits each person.
How chosen approaches can work online
Person-Centred counselling focuses on enabling people to find their own answers through listening, acceptance and reflective conversation. It helps when someone needs space to make sense of difficult emotions and decide what matters to them.Given Michael's emphasis on gentle listening and building understanding, that same approach can be used in remote sessions by focusing on careful conversation, checking in about feelings, and exploring practical next steps. This style suits people who want a supportive listener rather than a directive programme.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences and what feels most helpful. Together they decide which ways of working to try and adjust as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling around daily life, for example avoiding travel time, choosing quieter surroundings, or fitting a short check-in during a break. It also means sessions can continue when relocation or travel would otherwise interrupt progress.
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Michael help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, grief, parenting strains, anger and career issues. He also focuses on topics such as attachment, codependency, abandonment and coping after disaster.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He works in a Person-Centred way, offering a calm, non-judgemental space. Sessions focus on listening, developing understanding and exploring practical next steps.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of experience working with people across a range of emotional and relationship concerns. His background includes previous careers in advertising, media, publishing and photography.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people join from other countries?
He accepts international clients, so people outside the UK may be able to work with him depending on circumstances.
How are sessions paid for and how much do they cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the matching and scheduling process.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.