Michael Blown, BACP

Michael Blown is licensed in the United Kingdom as a counsellor/therapist and hypnotherapist and holds the BACP credential, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He works with people facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and anger management, and he has experience supporting victims of domestic abuse.

Michael approaches therapy from a standpoint that the individual is the expert in their own story and that personal strengths are central to overcoming life’s challenges. He emphasizes practical support and collaborative work to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and happier life. Taking the first step to seek help is acknowledged as an act of courage, and Michael offers steady professional support throughout that process.

As a counsellor and hypnotherapist, he combines empathic listening with goal-focused techniques tailored to each person’s needs. His practice aims to create a space where emotions can be explored, coping strategies can be developed, and recovery from difficult experiences can be pursued at a pace that feels right for the client.

Approaches in online therapy and how they help

Michael Blown draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and hypnotherapy in his practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathetic listening and creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings and build self-understanding; it is often helpful for issues such as low self-esteem, relationship concerns, and coping with life changes. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and uses practical techniques to manage symptoms like anxiety, panic, and mood difficulties.

Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to help people access resources for change and to address habits or stress responses. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - the therapist works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best with their needs, goals, and personal preferences, and may adapt methods over time.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers practical flexibility for people balancing work, family, or mobility considerations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, schedule appointments that suit a busy life, and access registered professionals from different locations while working toward meaningful change.