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Michael Iffil, BACP

Calm, practical therapy for day-to-day challenges

15 years in practice · based in United Kingdom · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Michael

Michael Iffil is a counsellor who uses a blend of client-centred listening, cognitive behavioural techniques and mindfulness to help people feel steadier. He has worked in the United Kingdom for 15 years and focuses on practical steps people can use day to day. He offers sessions in English and accepts clients internationally.

Michael spends sessions listening first and then working with clients to try things that might reduce distress. He helps with stress, anxiety, low mood and anger by breaking problems into smaller parts.

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Background and approach

Panic attacks, phobias and addictions are also areas he addresses with clear strategies and supportive conversation. He often combines client-centred methods with cognitive behavioural ideas to challenge unhelpful thinking and test out new behaviours. Mindfulness work is used to build calm and attention skills that people can practise between sessions.

The emphasis is on simple, repeatable tools rather than complex theory. Michael also supports people facing relationship strain, communication problems and issues around attachment or abandonment fears. He will help someone explore what matters most to them and set realistic steps towards change.

Fatherhood issues, career decisions and grief are included in his experience. Sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

To begin, a person uses the Start Therapy button, completes a short matching questionnaire, and books a time to suit them.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding. The therapist offers acceptance and reflection so people feel heard and can explore their own solutions; this approach helps when someone needs to make sense of strong emotions or life changes.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts, feelings and actions. It teaches practical exercises to challenge unhelpful thinking and to try new behaviours, which can be useful for anxiety, panic and phobias.

Mindfulness Therapy trains attention and calm through simple practices. It supports people who want tools to manage stress or reduce reactivity in daily life.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has helped before, then agree a plan together. This collaborative decision can include trying different techniques to see what fits best.

Online formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation from different places, phone sessions can be quieter and use less bandwidth, and live chat or text messaging suit shorter check-ins or days when writing feels easier. These options give flexibility while keeping the focus on practical steps and what the client wants to achieve.
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Questions people ask

What worries and problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem and depression, as well as panic attacks, phobias and addictions.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions start with careful listening and then move to practical techniques. He combines client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural exercises and mindfulness practices.
How much experience does he have?
He has 15 years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed with the BACP and is practising in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working 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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Experience
15 years
Licensed
Languages
English

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