Michael James, BACP
Integrative psychotherapist and mindfulness teacher
- Person-centred practice
- Trauma informed care
- Works with international clients
About Michael James
Michael James is an integrative psychotherapist with 28 years of clinical experience and an Accredited Teacher of Mindfulness with over 30 years of practice. He works with both individuals and couples, guiding people through challenges by combining reflective dialogue with embodied, present-centred awareness. He holds accreditation with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - a recognised professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.
His practice is grounded in a person-centred stance that is led by each person's needs and the issues they bring to therapy. That collaborative orientation places emphasis on the therapeutic relationship as a vehicle for change, using trust and mutual exploration to reframe meaning and direction in life. Mindfulness features throughout his work as intentional awareness - a straightforward skill that can be applied moment to moment to reveal repetitive patterns of thought and behaviour and create space for different choices.
Trauma-informed perspectives are central to his approach, recognising that many presenting problems are connected to past or ongoing traumatic experiences. He draws on present-centred body awareness alongside reflective conversation to support healing, helping people to notice how trauma shows up in the body and to develop manageable ways of responding. Across his practice Michael supports exploration of identity, purpose and the deeper values that can motivate sustainable change.
His practice is grounded in a person-centred stance that is led by each person's needs and the issues they bring to therapy. That collaborative orientation places emphasis on the therapeutic relationship as a vehicle for change, using trust and mutual exploration to reframe meaning and direction in life. Mindfulness features throughout his work as intentional awareness - a straightforward skill that can be applied moment to moment to reveal repetitive patterns of thought and behaviour and create space for different choices.
Trauma-informed perspectives are central to his approach, recognising that many presenting problems are connected to past or ongoing traumatic experiences. He draws on present-centred body awareness alongside reflective conversation to support healing, helping people to notice how trauma shows up in the body and to develop manageable ways of responding. Across his practice Michael supports exploration of identity, purpose and the deeper values that can motivate sustainable change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michael James have?
Michael James has 28 years of experience working as an integrative psychotherapist with individuals and couples.
Is Michael James a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds accreditation with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.
In which languages does Michael James provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Michael James located?
Michael James is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Michael James as my therapist?
You can work with Michael James through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michael James work with international clients?
Yes, Michael James works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michael James 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 cancelled 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Michael James draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy alongside a person-centred orientation. ACT helps people notice unhelpful thought patterns and commit to actions that align with their values - it supports coping with anxiety, stress and difficult emotions by developing psychological flexibility. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relational patterns formed early in life and how they influence current relationships and emotional responses - it can be helpful for relationship difficulties, attachment issues and intimacy-related concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Michael approaches this collaboratively, listening to each person's goals and preferences and adjusting methods to suit their needs, so the process of selecting techniques becomes a shared decision rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone appointments, live chat or ongoing text-based messaging - allowing work to continue despite geography, busy schedules or life changes. For many people this accessibility makes it easier to sustain regular sessions and to integrate therapeutic practices into daily life with the support of registered professionals and therapists.