Michael Broad , NCPS

Michael Broad is a qualified counsellor based in the United Kingdom and a member of the National Counselling Society, listed with the credential NCPS which indicates that membership. He works in an integrative way, tailoring his approach to the specific needs of each person he sees and drawing on different therapeutic methods as appropriate.

He has supported people coping with stress, anxiety and depression, helping them to rebuild confidence and improve self-esteem when they feel low or uncertain. Michael recognises how early experiences can influence the ways individuals relate to themselves and to others, and he uses the therapeutic relationship as a space to explore those patterns and promote constructive change.

Initially, Michael focuses on practical strategies to reduce distressing symptoms such as anxiety and overthinking. Over time the work may move deeper to examine difficult emotions, recurring thoughts and relationship patterns and to consider where these may have originated. He also has experience working with addiction, supporting clients who want to live sober and lead more productive lives.

Michael emphasises responsibility and self-determination and believes clients can become the authors of their own stories. Together with clients he aims to strengthen resilience and build on existing resources so they can better manage life’s challenges and move toward a more purposeful life. Signing up for therapy takes courage and he recognises the importance of that first step in making contact. He looks forward to working with people who choose to begin that process.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, encourages people to clarify their values and take meaningful action despite uncomfortable thoughts or feelings. It is often used to help with anxiety, low mood and patterns of avoidance by teaching skills to live in line with what matters most.

Client-Centered Therapy places the person at the heart of the process, offering empathic listening and genuine support so clients can explore their experience at their own pace. This approach helps with building self-esteem, improving relationships and finding a clearer sense of direction.

Mindfulness Therapy introduces practical ways to notice thoughts and bodily sensations without judgment, which can reduce overthinking and improve emotional regulation. It is commonly helpful for stress, anxiety and coping with intense emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Michael works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. Together they will adapt techniques over time so the work remains relevant and useful.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited mobility. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions around commitments and access support from a familiar environment while working with licensed professionals and therapists.