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Michele Scarano, BACP

Practical, culturally aware counsellor

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About Michele

Michele Scarano helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and relationship difficulties. He supports people facing life changes and those struggling with motivation or confidence. Michele works in both English and Italian and draws on seven years of practice in the United Kingdom.

He aims to make the first step easier. Michele creates an open space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgement. He encourages small, practical steps so progress feels manageable rather than overwhelming.

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How Michele works

Michele’s international experience has shaped his outlook. Having lived and worked across eight countries, he often brings cultural awareness and flexibility to conversations. This helps when clients are navigating identity, communication or belonging concerns.

In sessions he focuses on clear goals and straightforward strategies. Conversations explore patterns such as attachment or communication problems and then move on to everyday tools for coping. Michele uses tried-and-true techniques to build confidence and reduce social anxiety and phobia symptoms.

He offers a calm and direct style that suits people who want practical support alongside emotional listening. Michele works with each person to set achievable targets and checks in on progress. That makes therapy feel like a partnership with a steady, realistic plan.

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What Michele works with

The areas below are the ones Michele selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.

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Training and background

Register BACP
Years in practice 7
Languages English, Italian
Session format Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging
Country United Kingdom

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Online support options

Approaches that guide online sessions

Naturally evidence-based techniques are used to help untangle patterns that feed stress and anxiety. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing it with real-life steps that build confidence and reduce avoidance. This helps with social anxiety and low mood by making progress feel tangible.

Another useful method looks at attachment and communication patterns. Sessions examine how past experiences shape current reactions and then practise new ways of connecting and speaking that ease misunderstandings and improve relationships.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist works collaboratively to match methods to the person’s goals, needs and preferences. That means trying things out and adapting what works best as therapy progresses.

Online formats make this flexible. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation and visual expression. Phone sessions suit people who prefer not to use video or who need a simpler setup. Live chat and text-based messaging offer shorter check-ins or ongoing reflection between longer sessions. Together these options help fit therapy around work, family and travel while keeping continuity of care with registered or accredited professionals.

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Common questions

What concerns does Michele commonly support?
He supports stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes. Additional focus includes attachment issues, communication problems and social anxiety and phobia.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Michele takes a calm, direct and practical approach. He aims to set clear goals and offer manageable steps alongside listening.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
Michele has seven years of professional experience and has lived and worked in eight countries, which informs his multicultural perspective.
Where is Michele based and what credential does he hold?
He practises in the United Kingdom and holds BACP, which is recorded as his credential.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Italian.
What session formats are offered?
Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Michele?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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