Stefan Mihailov , BACP, NCPS

Stefan Mihailov is an integrative therapeutic counsellor based in the United Kingdom who works with clients both online and in person. He holds a Foundation Degree with Distinction in Integrative Counselling and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) as well as NCPS. Stefan has experience working in agency settings and in private practice, bringing four years of practice to his work with individuals and families.

Trained in an integrative model, he draws on psychodynamic and person-centred theories and often adapts interventions from a range of approaches encountered through continuous professional development. Stefan places strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship and the exploration of underlying patterns and emotions, helping clients increase self-awareness and move toward healing and change. His collaborative style centers on listening deeply so clients feel heard and supported as they address difficult moments or begin new chapters in life.

He works one-to-one with people facing anxiety, depression, relationship and family challenges, stress, anger, grief and loss, parenting concerns, addiction, trauma and abuse, sleep difficulties, ADHD, low self-esteem, career issues and compassion fatigue, among other areas. Stefan respects each person s unique experience and sets goals together with the client so the work reflects the client s priorities. As a BACP member he follows that organisation s ethical and professional framework and undertakes personal supervision to maintain professional standards.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Stefan draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current ways of connecting with others; this approach can be helpful for people working through abandonment, attachment issues, relationship patterns and trust concerns. He also uses Client-Centred Therapy, which focuses on offering empathic listening and unconditional positive regard so clients can explore their feelings and make choices that align with their values - this approach supports self-esteem, life transitions and emotional clarification. In many cases he integrates elements of Emotionally-Focused Therapy to help clients and couples identify and shift emotional responses that keep them stuck in negative cycles.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Stefan works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods feel most helpful for their goals, needs and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and clients can also use live chat or text-based messaging when that format suits their schedule or comfort level. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations, accommodate busy lives and maintain continuity of care during life changes.