Michael Halpin, BACP
Compassionate UK therapist for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Tailored treatment plans
About Michael Halpin
Michael Halpin is a UK-licensed therapist who brings a compassionate, respectful approach to helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflicts, motivation challenges, low self-esteem, and confidence concerns. With four years of clinical experience, he focuses on tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person's unique needs, offering practical support and emotional understanding as clients explore changes they want to make. He encourages clients to view the first step toward a more fulfilling life as an act of courage and aims to provide steady support throughout that process.
Michael works in English and draws on several evidence-informed approaches to shape sessions according to what will be most helpful. He holds BACP, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and reflects professional standards for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. His style is collaborative and sensitive, adapting pace and goals to suit individual circumstances while maintaining clear, respectful communication.
Whether someone is seeking short-term guidance or longer-term exploration, Michael emphasizes a personalised plan that fits the client’s priorities, offering a supportive space to build confidence, improve relationships, and cope more effectively with everyday pressures.
Michael works in English and draws on several evidence-informed approaches to shape sessions according to what will be most helpful. He holds BACP, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and reflects professional standards for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. His style is collaborative and sensitive, adapting pace and goals to suit individual circumstances while maintaining clear, respectful communication.
Whether someone is seeking short-term guidance or longer-term exploration, Michael emphasizes a personalised plan that fits the client’s priorities, offering a supportive space to build confidence, improve relationships, and cope more effectively with everyday pressures.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michael Halpin have?
Michael Halpin has four years of professional experience.
Is Michael Halpin a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds BACP, which indicates membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Michael Halpin provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Michael Halpin located?
He is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Michael Halpin as my therapist?
You can work with Michael Halpin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michael Halpin work with international clients?
Yes, Michael Halpin works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michael Halpin cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches and Online Support for Everyday Challenges
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and ongoing relationship patterns influence current emotions and connections. It can help people understand fears around abandonment, improve intimacy, and build more secure ways of relating to others.Client-Centered Therapy places the client at the heart of the process, using empathic listening and acceptance to help people explore their goals and values. This approach is useful for boosting self-esteem, clarifying priorities, and finding motivation.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and develop practical strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. It is action-oriented and often used when clients want concrete tools to cope day to day.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and the therapist works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best suit their needs, goals, and preferences. That exploration may combine elements from different approaches to create a personalised plan.
Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit support into busy schedules or when in different locations. These options make therapy more accessible and allow clients to choose the format that feels most comfortable while working toward their goals.