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Mike Lloyd

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Mike Lloyd

United Kingdom

Practical, person-focused counselling for men

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  • Relationship support
  • Self esteem work
  • Life changes

About Mike

Mike Lloyd is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who works with people facing relationship and family concerns. He uses a straightforward style to help with self-esteem, confidence, motivation and coping with life changes. Mike has six years of experience and holds BACP and NCPS credentials.

He aims to create an open space where someone can talk about thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps, whether that means improving communication, rebuilding trust after infidelity, or finding direction in a changing career.

Mike draws on client-centred ways of working that put the person’s priorities first. He combines that with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to identify thinking patterns that get in the way, and Solution-Focused ideas to build on what already helps.

His background includes supporting people with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anger, intimacy-related issues and coping after separation. He also has experience working with matters linked to ageing, neurodiversity, attachment and life purpose.

Working with Mike typically involves setting simple, achievable aims and reviewing progress each session. He encourages practical tools you can try between meetings so change can carry over into everyday life. To begin, clients use the site’s Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and then arrange sessions according to the therapist’s schedule.

How his approaches fit into online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. It helps when someone needs space to be heard and to find their own direction. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact and helps people try small changes that can reduce stress and low mood. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on strengths and practical steps to move forward rather than dwelling on problems.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences and what has worked before. Together they decide which methods to try and review progress as things change.

Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as specific options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around daily life, for example by cutting out travel time, allowing shorter check-ins at lunchtime, or removing the need to be on camera if that helps someone focus. Registered or accredited professionals can use these methods effectively in remote sessions, and practical tools learned in online meetings can be used between sessions to support ongoing change.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoaching

Also works with

Intimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepression

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPersonality disordersSelf-harmSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Mike help with?

He helps people with relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, motivation, coping with life changes, intimacy-related issues, anger, career matters and depression.

How would you describe his approach in sessions?

Mike uses a client-centred style that focuses on the person’s priorities, alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution-Focused techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and build practical solutions.

What experience does he bring?

He has six years of professional experience working with clients on relationship difficulties, confidence issues and life transitions.

What credentials and location are listed?

Mike holds BACP and NCPS credentials and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He is not currently accepting international clients.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

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