Michael Read

Overview

The practice is run by Michael Read Jr, an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (MBACP). The practice offers an integrated counselling approach and aims to provide a respectful, honest and supportive environment where clients can explore challenges and work towards improved wellbeing. Michael combines evidence-informed techniques to support clients in meeting their goals and developing new coping strategies.

The practice is physically based in Glasgow and offers both in-person and online sessions. Sessions are offered for a wide range of presenting issues, with a focus on practical, goal-oriented therapy alongside longer-term therapeutic work when required.

Best for

This practitioner is best suited for adults and young people seeking counselling for common mental health concerns and life difficulties. Typical clients include people experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma-related difficulties and issues related to addiction or substance use, as well as those seeking support with relationship, identity or work-related problems.

• Individuals experiencing anxiety and depressive symptoms
• People working through trauma or post-traumatic stress
• Clients seeking support for addictive behaviours or substance issues

Approach

The practice uses an integrated approach, drawing on cognitive and behavioural methods as well as person-centred and solution-focused techniques. Treatment is adapted to the needs of the client, with emphasis on collaboratively identifying goals and practical steps to address presenting concerns.

Assessment is used at the first session to understand the client’s current difficulties and to agree aims for therapy. Subsequent sessions may be short-term and goal-focused or longer-term depending on the client’s needs and agreed objectives.

Therapeutic work typically includes discussion, skill-building and reflective exercises tailored to the client. Modalities listed include CBT, behavioural approaches, transactional analysis and person-centred methods.

Education and Training

Michael is a Registered Member of the BACP with Accredited status (MBACP, Accredited). The listing notes training in multiple therapeutic modalities including CBT and brief therapies; additional formal qualifications or institutional affiliations are not specified on the directory profile.

Support

Clients receive a structured first-session assessment to clarify presenting issues and to set therapy goals. The practice emphasises safety, respect and confidentiality and seeks to create a supportive space for reflection and change. Preparation and ongoing discussion of goals and boundaries are part of the working process.

The listing indicates availability for both longer-term and short-term work and includes online options to support accessibility. The practice indicates inclusive work with a range of client groups including LGBTQ+ clients and neurodiverse individuals.

Practical details

Sessions are offered in Glasgow (G2) and online. Sessions are listed as starting from £55. The practice accepts bookings via the BACP directory contact form or via the listed website. Therapy is offered in English.

• Format: In-person and online (hybrid)
• Location: Glasgow G2 (address details not provided on the directory page)
• Fees: Sessions from £55

This description was generated based on information from the official website and other materials provided by the provider.