Michael is a thoughtful, intelligent and compassionate therapist. Listening deeply, with a well rounded and constructive view that has helped me through some difficult times in life
Michael Wilkes-Spellman, NCPS
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Michael is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 8 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
Recent reviews
Michael is a fantastic therapist and has help me massively with y problems and concerns. I feel I have made significant improvements in my mental health since talking to michael
More about Michael
- 13 years' experience
- Male
- NCPS
I'm Michael, an accredited member of the National Counselling Society. I completed my counselling training in 2011 and continue to update my skills in a range of wellbeing topics. I work part time as a counsellor and offer appointments on weekday evenings
I trained in an integrated approach to therapy and tailor my support to clients needs drawing mainly on person-centred and cognitive behavioural approaches. Encouraging focus on an individuals unique experience of distress, understanding distress and if appropriate addressing negative patterns of behaviour. I enjoy working with adults, couples and older adults around many life challenges.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
- NCPS · United Kingdom · MS00P17 · Expires August 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Michael Wilkes-Spellman
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Michael is a thoughtful, intelligent and compassionate therapist. Listening deeply, with a well rounded and constructive view that has helped me through some difficult times in life
Michael is a fantastic therapist and has help me massively with y problems and concerns. I feel I have made significant improvements in my mental health since talking to michael
Michael has been a huge help to me. His insights are often spot on and he helps me to reframe situations and relationships so I can move through or past feelings that have been holding me back. He is a caring, compassionate and empathetic therapist.
I am more than happy with Michael as my therapist. He listens attentively, making it easy to open up and share my thoughts and feelings. With him, I can be completely honest, knowing that he understands my struggles and offers valuable advice when I need it. Michael has been a tremendous support, and I am grateful for his expertise and compassionate approach to therapy."
I already have a therapist that I see monthyl but I contacted BetterHelp after going through a tough time to get temporary help on more of a regular weekly basis for a while and have the availability to send a message incase I felt really bad on certain days. I got connected with Michael and he came off very professionally with a great insight on my situation. He always responded quickly whenever it was possible to do so. He gave me a different perspective and approach to my issues and helped me get back on the right track and I am very grateful for that. I would very much recommend Michael as a therapist.
A really nice, knowledgeable guy. The time flies by and you know exactly where you are in the process.
Good listener , show compassion , non judgemental , engage in the conversation
He’s a cool dude, really nice and understanding, extremely respectful of me and my identity as a trans person, and has been helpful in unraveling the dynamics of family, trauma, and identity, as well as helping me understand things from my partner’s perspective during arguments.
Frequently asked questions
Does Michael Wilkes-Spellman offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Michael Wilkes-Spellman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Michael Wilkes-Spellman speak?
Michael Wilkes-Spellman speaks English.
How many years of experience does Michael Wilkes-Spellman have?
Michael Wilkes-Spellman has 13 years of experience.
Where is Michael Wilkes-Spellman licensed to practice?
Michael Wilkes-Spellman is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Michael Wilkes-Spellman accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Michael Wilkes-Spellman does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Michael Wilkes-Spellman offer?
Michael Wilkes-Spellman offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Michael Wilkes-Spellman?
Michael Wilkes-Spellman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
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