Michael Johansen , BACP

Michael Johansen is a BACP-registered counsellor based in the United Kingdom with seven years of professional experience supporting people through stressful and painful life moments. He works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and depression, combining trauma-informed training with a person-centred way of working. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body that reflects his commitment to recognised professional standards.

Michael emphasises an empathetic, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can explore their concerns at their own pace. He draws on trauma-aware approaches when needed and uses the person-centred framework to prioritise the client’s perspective, helping each person feel heard and understood while they consider next steps.

In sessions he and the client collaborate to identify practical strategies and personal insights that fit the client’s life and goals. Michael welcomes questions and enquiries from prospective clients and invites those interested to reach out to discuss whether his approach is a good match for their needs.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Michael integrates client-centred, psychodynamic, and trauma-focused ideas into online work to meet a range of needs. Client-centred therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic space where the client’s experience guides the work and supports issues such as low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and coping with life changes. Psychodynamic therapy explores patterns that have developed over time, helping clients understand how past experiences influence current emotions and relationships. Trauma-focused therapy uses sensitive, informed techniques to help people process traumatic events and reduce their ongoing impact.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Michael works collaboratively with each person to decide what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts methods as therapy progresses so the plan remains client-led and practical.

Online therapy with Michael is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care from home or elsewhere and to choose the format that best supports engagement and progress with licensed professionals and therapists.