Michael Rankin, BACP
Michael Rankin is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- +3 more
About Michael
Michael Rankin is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom. He holds BACP accreditation and has three years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety and low mood. He aims to make starting therapy feel straightforward and manageable for worried parents and individuals.
Michael focuses on common life pressures such as family conflict, grief and major life changes. He also helps with issues around body image, communication problems, fatherhood concerns, fertility-related worry, and problems linked to isolation or shame.
Background and approach
Sessions are practical and aimed at easing day-to-day strain. In the room he works to build an open, non-judgemental space where thoughts and feelings can be talked about honestly. He uses straightforward conversation and collaborative planning rather than complex jargon.
The emphasis is on small, achievable steps that fit into everyday life. Over his three years of practice he has supported people with obsessive thoughts and compulsions, smoking and vaping cessation, social anxiety and phobias, and first responder related challenges. He also addresses forgiveness, guilt and self-love as part of emotional recovery.
This range reflects a focus on practical coping skills. People who choose him often want clear strategies and calm conversation when life feels difficult. Michael helps clients break down problems and try approaches that can reduce worry and improve routine functioning.
He stays focused on what matters most to each person. Sessions are offered in English and are available via video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. International clients are not currently accepted.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 412952 | February 2027 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Michael works with
Everything Michael lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Body image
- Communication problems
- Domestic violence
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Fertility issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Men's issues
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Self-love
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Trichotillomania
- Workplace issues
Online support
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss what feels most useful, try methods that match your needs, and adapt them over time based on what helps. Clients are involved in deciding goals and checking progress so the work stays relevant to everyday life.
Online sessions offer flexibility and different ways to connect. Video calls let you use visual cues and more natural conversation. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer written check-ins, want to reflect before replying, or need support across the week. These options make it easier to fit therapy around family, work and other commitments, while keeping the focus on practical change.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and coping with life changes, plus related areas like body image, communication problems and isolation.
What is his style in therapy?
His approach is straightforward and conversational with practical steps. Sessions focus on clear strategies and small, manageable changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working with a range of common mental health and life concerns.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation as supplied in his details.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and how much do they cost?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time; specific cost varies with location and therapist availability.
What do I do to start working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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