- Practical coping tools
- Non-judgemental space
- Goals and follow-up
About Michael
Michael Spackman is a counsellor who focuses on Men’s wellbeing and common concerns like stress, anxiety and depression. He offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about difficult feelings and start making practical changes. Michael values honesty, respect and working at a pace that feels manageable for each person.
Michael uses a mix of practical approaches to help people move forward. He often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice thoughts without being driven by them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used to spot unhelpful patterns and try small behaviour changes.
Attachment-based ideas guide conversations about early relationships and how they shape current reactions. He also works in a client-centred way, following the person’s lead and preferences in sessions. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy skills are available for emotional regulation and coping when feelings feel overwhelming.
Michael has eight years of professional experience and holds PACFA credentials, the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. He has helped people with trauma, grief, ADHD, anger, family concerns and a range of identity and sexuality topics including LGBT matters and kink culture. The focus is practical support and clearer thinking.
People who choose Michael usually want straightforward conversations and tools they can use between sessions. He supports people to set realistic goals, practise new responses and review progress. To start, use the site Start Therapy button and follow the short matching questionnaire to schedule a time.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and choose actions that match their values rather than being led by every passing thought. This can be useful for anxiety, stress and making value-led changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking and testing small behaviour changes to get different results in daily life. That suits worries, low mood and repetitive thinking patterns.Finding the right approach is a shared task. The therapist will talk with the person about what they want from therapy and try methods that fit their goals and comfort. Sessions are collaborative and can be adjusted as progress is reviewed.
The original profile does not list specific online or in-person formats, so please confirm available session types before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people use strategies and practice skills in the environments where they live and work, so tools learned in sessions can be applied straight away.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Michael help with?
Michael works with stress, anxiety, depression and grief along with trauma and abuse. He also supports people with ADHD, anger, family issues and LGBT or sexual identity topics.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He blends practical approaches with a warm, client-centred manner. Sessions focus on real-life strategies and clear goals rather than only talking about feelings.
How much experience does he have?
Michael has eight years of professional experience working in counselling and related settings. That experience includes work on grief, trauma and family-related concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds PACFA credentials with practice based in Australia. The listing notes those credentials exactly as PACFA.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
The original profile does not specify session formats, so please confirm current options before booking to ensure they suit your needs.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription which can be cancelled at any time. Specific fees depend on the subscription plan chosen.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button on this site, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.