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Michael Broad, NCPS

Michael Broad is a counsellor and member of the National Counselling Society (NCPS) working in the United Kingdom.

About Michael

Michael Broad is a counsellor and member of the National Counselling Society (NCPS) working in the United Kingdom. He uses an integrative approach to match sessions to each person’s needs. He has three years' experience supporting people through stress, anxiety and depression, and helping rebuild confidence when doubt feels overwhelming.

He believes early experiences can shape how people relate to themselves and others. That view informs conversations about difficult emotions and repeating patterns.

Background and approach

In the first phase of work Michael focuses on practical steps to ease symptoms like overthinking and acute anxiety. As trust develops, sessions often move to deeper material. This can include exploring where painful feelings started, patterns in relationships, or behaviours that get in the way of daily life.

He also supports people dealing with addiction and the process of living sober and more productively. Michael emphasises personal responsibility and self-determination while recognising the need for support. He helps people identify strengths and build resilience that can be used outside sessions.

The goal is clearer coping, steadier mood and a greater sense of purpose over time. Signing up for therapy can feel daunting, and Michael acknowledges that first step. He combines practical tools with reflective work to help people move forward at a pace that suits them.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
NCPS	NCS22-04755	November 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Michael lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Grief
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia

Ways of working Michael names

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How Michael's approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings and choosing actions that reflect what matters most. It can help when anxiety, depression or avoidance get in the way of daily goals. Client-Centred Therapy places the person's experience at the heart of the work; the counsellor listens closely and follows the client's pace to support self-understanding and growth.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Michael will work collaboratively to identify which methods suit the person's goals and preferences. Sessions can begin with practical techniques and then shift to deeper reflection as trust builds, and the choice of approach can be reviewed along the way.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls let people use body language and tone while meeting from a location that suits them. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be a good option when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging allow ongoing contact and quick reflections between sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving or mobility constraints while keeping the same therapeutic aims in focus.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Michael help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression and related issues such as addiction, grief, self-esteem and relationship difficulties.

What is Michael's therapy style like?

He uses an integrative approach with practical first steps to ease distress, then moves to deeper exploration of emotions and relationship patterns.

How much experience does he have?

Michael has three years' experience working with people on issues including addiction, trauma and coping with life changes.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a member of the National Counselling Society (NCPS) and practices in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be arranged by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How do fees and getting started work?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time; to begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session.