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Michael Purvis, BACP

Credentials
BACP
Experience
3 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoaching

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Michael Purvis is a counsellor with three years of clinical experience based in the United Kingdom. He holds BACP registration, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem and depression, and offers coaching to help set and meet personal goals.

Michael aims to make sessions straightforward and grounded. He encourages people to talk about concrete problems and practical steps rather than sticking to jargon.

Background and approach

Sessions are focused on what feels important right now and small, manageable changes that build over time. His background includes a range of therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Attachment-Based and Client-Centred ideas, plus existential perspectives. He draws on these to match methods to each person’s needs rather than using a single fixed method.

Michael often supports people facing issues around abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment differences, autism and Asperger syndrome, and blended family stresses. He also works with those dealing with addiction, eating and food-related issues, divorce and separation, and the emotional effects of disaster or trauma. Practical concerns such as communication problems, control issues, codependency and commitment worries are part of his caseload.

He helps people clarify priorities around work, retirement, health and relationships, and plans sessions around both short-term coping and longer-term aims.

How therapeutic approaches work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and focus on actions that matter to them. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and for finding direction after life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical exercises to reduce distress and change patterns. It often helps with panic, phobias and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how early relationships shape current connections and can help with trust, abandonment and communication difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss what feels most relevant and try different methods to see what helps. Goals, personal values and daily demands all shape which approach is used, and adjustments are made as therapy progresses.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video works well for face-to-face style conversation, phone calls are useful when bandwidth is limited, and messaging suits brief check-ins or ongoing support between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life and other commitments.
What kinds of concerns does Michael work with?
He helps people struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and low self-esteem. He also offers coaching for life goals and practical changes.
What is his general therapeutic style?
Michael keeps sessions straightforward and practical, using conversational, client-centred work alongside structured techniques. He focuses on small steps that fit a person’s everyday life.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working with a variety of anxiety-related and life transition issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international work are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the process for getting started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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Experience
3 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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