Michael Broad, NCPS

Michael Broad is a qualified counsellor practising in the United Kingdom and a member of the National Counselling Society (NCPS). He works integratively, tailoring his approach to the individual needs of each client and drawing on a range of therapeutic methods to support change and growth.

He has experience helping people manage stress, anxiety and depression, and supports clients in rebuilding confidence and self-esteem when they feel low or uncertain. Michael recognises how early life experiences can influence the ways people relate to themselves and others, and he uses the therapeutic relationship as a space to explore those patterns and their origins.

In early sessions he focuses on practical strategies to reduce distressing symptoms such as anxiety and overthinking. Over time the work can deepen to address difficult emotions, persistent thoughts and relationship dynamics, and where these may have come from. He also has experience supporting people with addiction, helping them move toward more sober and productive lives.

Michael believes in responsibility and self-determination and views clients as the authors of their own stories. He aims to help clients develop resilience and build on existing strengths so they can better manage current challenges and move toward a more fulfilling, purposeful life. He welcomes those who have taken the first step in seeking support and looks forward to working with new clients.

Practical, Values-Based Therapy Delivered Online

Michael draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered and mindfulness-informed approaches to support people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters to them and build committed actions around those values while learning practical ways to live with difficult thoughts and feelings. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, nonjudgmental listening and collaboration so clients can explore their experience at their own pace and strengthen self-understanding. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness practices that reduce reactivity to distressing thoughts and help people respond more calmly to everyday challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Michael works collaboratively with clients to identify methods that suit their needs, goals and preferences. He adapts techniques over time so the work remains relevant and effective for each individual.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging offer practical flexibility for people with busy schedules, mobility limits or geographical constraints. These options make it easier to access ongoing support, fit therapy into daily life and maintain continuity of care while working toward meaningful change.