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Michael Schmool, BACP

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

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

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Michael Schmool is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. He supports those dealing with relationship and family issues, grief, trauma and the strain of life changes. He also assists with parenting concerns, intimacy and career questions, and works with people struggling with anger, isolation or feelings of emptiness.

He brings four years of practice and draws on a humanistic, person-centred outlook. That means sessions focus on the person in front of him rather than a strict set of techniques.

Background and approach

He aims to offer a calm, warm space where people can slow down and think about what matters to them. Michael spent much of his working life in advertising, media, publishing and photography across two continents. Those roles put him in touch with people from many different backgrounds and life situations.

He uses that experience to relate to a wide range of concerns and practical pressures. As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, he works within their ethical framework and practice guidelines. Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

He describes himself as kind, compassionate and easy going, and aims to be non-judgemental in the room. People who choose his support usually want a reflective space to better understand their feelings and to plan next steps. Michael focuses on helping people gain clarity, build resilience, and find ways to move forward that fit their life and values.

Person-centred care and online therapy options

Michael works from a person-centred, humanistic viewpoint that prioritises listening, empathy and the client's own goals. In practice this means conversations focus on understanding feelings, values and choices so people can make their own changes. This approach can be helpful for anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship concerns and coping with major life changes.

His broader practice aims to offer a calm, accepting space where people reflect on experiences like grief, trauma, parenting stresses or career doubts. The therapist and client work together to decide which ways of working feel most useful, reviewing progress and adjusting the approach as needed. Finding the right method is part of the process and will be tailored to individual needs, goals and preferences.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow fuller face-to-face conversation when that helps, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a quicker check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit people who prefer writing or want brief, flexible touchpoints between longer sessions. These options aim to make therapy more accessible and fit around everyday life.
What issues does Michael focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem, and helps with relationship and family issues, grief, trauma and life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He practises from a person-centred, humanistic perspective that focuses on the person rather than strict techniques and aims to create a warm, accepting space.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of counselling experience and has worked across advertising, media, publishing and photography prior to counselling.
What credential or location information is relevant?
He is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
4 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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