- Mindfulness informed
- Client-centred approach
- Adoption and foster care focus
About Michael
Michael Sivori is a counsellor who draws on 28 years of practice to help people facing loss, burnout and major life change. He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and brings a calm, non-judgemental manner to sessions. People come to him with a range of concerns from grief and addiction to stress and depression.
He has long experience teaching at university level and training other therapists, which gives him a wide view of different therapeutic ways of working. In session he focuses on being present and listening carefully. That makes it easier for people to talk about hard things and to notice strengths they already have.
His practice emphasises mindfulness and present-centred work alongside client-centred and existential ideas. That means sessions often involve noticing thoughts and feelings, exploring personal meaning, and building on what feels helpful now. Practical, simple strategies are used alongside reflective conversation.
Michael also pays attention to identity, culture and family of origin issues when they matter to the person in front of him. He supports people dealing with abandonment, attachment concerns, adoption and foster care matters, and blended family questions. He aims to help clients find steady ways to cope and to make decisions that suit their lives.
People can expect respectful listening, gentle challenge when needed, and a focus on small, achievable steps. Michael encourages self-care and the discovery of internal resources. He works in a straightforward, compassionate way so people can rebuild confidence and move forward.
How his approaches translate to online counselling
Michael uses client-centred work and mindfulness as core parts of his practice. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening without judgement and following what matters to the person. It helps when someone needs a steady, understanding space to talk through feelings. Mindfulness Therapy involves simple attention exercises and noticing thoughts and sensations in the moment. This can help with anxiety, stress and coping with strong emotions.He also draws on existential ideas that look at meaning, choice and personal values. That approach is useful for people who are struggling with life direction, loss of purpose, or big changes. Deciding which combination of approaches to use is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, preferences and what feels most useful, then adjust the work as it progresses.
Many people find online counselling helpful because it makes fitting sessions into a busy week easier and reduces travel time. Online work can allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or longer sessions when deeper reflection is needed. Please confirm the session formats offered before booking so you know how appointments will take place.
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Experience
28+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression and coping with big life changes. Other areas include addiction recovery, trauma, relationship and parenting concerns.
What is his style in therapy?
Sessions are client-centred and present-focused, with an emphasis on being empathic and non-judgemental. Mindfulness techniques and discussions about personal meaning often appear in sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 28 years of experience and has spent many years teaching and training other therapists at university level. That background informs his approach to therapy.
What professional registration does he hold and where does he practise?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients, so people outside the UK can enquire about working together.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees depend on the chosen arrangement.
What should I do to start therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.