Michael Broad , NCPS

Michael Broad is a qualified counsellor in the United Kingdom and a member of the National Counselling Society (NCPS). He practises in an integrative way, adapting techniques to suit the individual needs of each person he works with. He has experience supporting people through stress, anxiety and depression, and in helping them rebuild confidence and self-esteem when they feel low and uncertain. Michael recognises that early experiences can shape how people relate to themselves and others, and he uses the counselling relationship as a space to examine those patterns and support meaningful change.

In the early stages of work he typically focuses on practical strategies to ease distressing symptoms such as anxious thinking or overthinking. As trust develops, he supports deeper exploration of difficult emotions, recurring thoughts and relational patterns to understand where they may have originated. He also has experience working with addiction and supporting people who wish to live sober and lead more productive lives. He places value on personal responsibility and self-determination and believes people can be the authors of their own stories. Through therapy he aims to strengthen resilience and draw out existing resources so people can better manage current challenges and move toward a more purposeful life. He acknowledges that seeking help takes courage and has expressed that he looks forward to working with those who take that step.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Michael Broad often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy and existential ideas to guide online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice and make space for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking action toward values that matter - it can be useful for anxiety, avoidance and problems with motivation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasises empathy, active listening and unconditional acceptance, creating a supportive environment for people to explore self-esteem, confidence and relationship concerns. Existential Therapy focuses on questions of meaning, responsibility and choice, which can help when facing life transitions, grief or a sense of being stuck.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the balance of practical strategies and deeper exploration as therapy progresses.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work and family commitments, maintain continuity during life changes and select the communication style that feels most comfortable for the individual. Licensed professionals and therapists can deliver effective support through these different formats, allowing work to continue even when in-person meetings are not possible.