Michael Blown, BACP

Michael Blown is a UK-licensed counsellor, therapist, and hypnotherapist who works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, anger management, and the effects of domestic abuse. He combines practical therapeutic skills with hypnotherapy techniques to help clients explore patterns, build coping strategies, and move toward more balanced emotional wellbeing.

With four years of professional experience, Michael approaches therapy from a collaborative, client-centered perspective, treating each person as the expert on their own life. He emphasizes clients' existing strengths as a foundation for change and supports them in finding new ways to manage difficult emotions and situations. Michael holds BACP membership - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - reflecting his commitment to recognized professional standards.

Beginning therapy can require courage, and Michael aims to make that first step as supported and clear as possible. He focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship and works alongside clients to set realistic goals, develop practical tools, and foster greater resilience and wellbeing over time.

Therapeutic approaches and accessible online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client leads the conversation and the therapist follows. This approach helps people who are working through self-esteem issues, life transitions, or relational challenges by validating their experience and empowering their own insights.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an active, skills-based method that identifies unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replaces them with more adaptive strategies. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and stress-related concerns because it provides practical tools for managing symptoms.

Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to help people access resources for change, often supporting work on anxiety, habit change, and emotional regulation. In practice, it can complement other therapeutic work by reinforcing new ways of thinking and behaving.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Michael works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He will discuss options and adapt techniques over time so the therapy fits each person's pace and priorities.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules and for those who prefer remote access. These formats make it easier to attend regular sessions, maintain continuity of care, and receive consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists regardless of location within the therapist's service area.