Stefan Mihailov, BACP, NCPS

Stefan Mihailov helps people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or uncertain about their next step. He works with individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, stress and challenges like ADHD or addiction. Stefan uses straightforward, calm conversation to help people feel heard and make sense of what is happening for them.

He trained in integrative counselling and holds a Foundation Degree with Distinction in Integrative Counselling. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). Stefan has four years of professional experience working in agencies and in private practice, both online and in person.

In sessions he draws on attachment-focused ideas and person-centred principles to build a trusting relationship. He also uses emotionally focused and existential perspectives when they suit the issue at hand. The aim is to notice patterns, name feelings and try different ways of responding to old problems.

Stefan keeps the work practical. Conversations often focus on what matters most to the person, and small steps they can try between sessions. He pays attention to how past experiences shape present reactions and supports people to develop clearer choices for their future.

Sessions are offered in English and Romanian. International clients may be supported through online work. The therapist follows the standards set out by the BACP and engages in regular supervision to reflect on practice and client welfare.

How attachment and emotionally focused work translate online

Stefan commonly uses Attachment-Based ideas and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to guide online work. Attachment-based work looks at how early relationships affect current reactions and helps people notice patterns in close relationships. Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on the here-and-now of feelings between people and can be useful when relationship repair or clearer emotional contact is needed.

He also draws on Client-Centred principles that prioritise a genuine, accepting relationship. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Stefan will discuss goals and preferences and adapt techniques together so the sessions fit the person's needs and rhythm.

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls let people use visual cues and eye contact, while phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a work break. Live chat and messaging suit shorter check-ins or times when writing feels easier. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to keep up with alongside daily life.