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Michael Sivori, BACP

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.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 6 reviews
Great news, Michael is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

I am two sessions in with Michael and while our therapy relationship is relatively new, Michael has done a great job creating an environment where I feel heard. He has asked for clarification at key moments and I feel confident we can get some serious work done together given the time required.

Reviewed July 2024

Michael has been very helpful and listens to me. I feel I can disclose stuff in a trusting environment

Reviewed July 2024

More about Michael

  • 28 years' experience
  • Male
  • BACP

I am a client-centred therapist with expertise in loss and grief; self-care; compassion fatigue/ burnout; mindfulness and present-centred therapy; addiction recovery; trauma recovery; identity and cultural issues.

I am a highly experienced university teacher, having trained many therapists over a number of years, and I have a rich understanding of therapeutic processes and of the huge importance of being non-judgemental and empathic with all clients.

I integrate contemporary practices into my clinical approach; and I have a strong commitment to therapeutic presence, which I recognise to be very helpful for creating a safe, free, and trustworthy therapeutic environment.

I firmly recognise the uniqueness of each individual person, and know that all people, bring with them to their therapy, a vast amount of untapped resources within themselves which are there to be discovered and utilised constructively.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Depression Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Abandonment Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Multicultural concerns Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Prejudice and discrimination Self-love Sexuality Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 71360 · Expires November 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 Sivori

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

6 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helping Listens Understand Anxiety Comfortable Confident Grateful Helped Helpful

I am two sessions in with Michael and while our therapy relationship is relatively new, Michael has done a great job creating an environment where I feel heard. He has asked for clarification at key moments and I feel confident we can get some serious work done together given the time required.

Reviewed July 2024

Michael has been very helpful and listens to me. I feel I can disclose stuff in a trusting environment

Reviewed July 2024

I can’t explain how grateful I am for Michael. I left our first session feeling so much better after we peeled off a few layers to understand where things were stemming from. He has helped me so much and I feel truly heard and supported thanks to our sessions. I’ve learnt to view things from a new perspective and to redirect my overthinking to my advantage and not be so hard on myself. All work in progress but I’m happy knowing that I am moving in the right direction.

Reviewed June 2024

Michael listens well and in a non judgmental way. I would recommend!

Reviewed March 2024

Very patient and great at helping me understand and process what I'm going through

Reviewed January 2024

I’ve had one session so far with Michael, and it was incredibly positive. He was friendly, kind, and created a nonjudgmental space for me to try and work out what I am going through and processing currently. I felt really comfortable working with him, and am looking forward to future sessions. Everyone has to find their own best fit with a therapist, but for me, Mike has been great so far after one session, and has provided me tools and activities that are already showing some signs of helping in my life and managing anxiety.

Reviewed November 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Michael Sivori offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Michael Sivori 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 Sivori speak?

Michael Sivori speaks English.

How many years of experience does Michael Sivori have?

Michael Sivori has 28 years of experience.

Where is Michael Sivori licensed to practice?

Michael Sivori is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Michael Sivori accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Michael Sivori accepts 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 Sivori offer?

Michael Sivori offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy.

How can I communicate with Michael Sivori?

Michael Sivori 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.

How do I get started with Michael Sivori?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.