Iro Michael

Integrative Psychotherapist and Existential Counsellor

Iro Michael

Integrative Psychotherapist and Existential Counsellor

BACP, FETE, PAP

Pronouns - She/Her

With over a decade of compassionate and confidential psychotherapy and counselling experience, I work with individuals aged 14 and above. I am a registered member of the BACP (397067), a voting member of FETE, and part of the Pancyprian Association of Psychotherapists (PAP). 

I hold an MSc in Existential Psychology and Psychotherapy from the New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling (NSPC), awarded in 2014. My work is informed by existential, humanistic, phenomenological, and integrative frameworks, allowing me to respond flexibly to the unique concerns and life contexts each client brings. 

Alongside my core training, I have completed certifications in Meaning-Centred Psychotherapy for cancer care providers and Emotion-Focused Therapy, with additional training in person-centred, psychoanalytic/psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioural approaches. This range of skills helps me create an integrative and responsive therapeutic process tailored to each person to support deep, meaningful change. 

I have supported clients from diverse ethnic, cultural, and social backgrounds, working with several NGOs and individuals facing a wide variety of challenges, including addiction, anxiety, sexuality, intimacy, women’s health, depression, relationship difficulties, domestic violence, bereavement, trauma, abuse, identity issues, eating disorders, imprisonment, and immigration struggles. These experiences deepen my understanding and strengthen my ability to adapt to each person’s unique story. 

Currently, I am expanding my skills through further training in Family Systemic Therapy to offer more holistic support. My commitment is to provide compassionate care that supports healing, self-awareness, and emotional well-being.  

How I Work 

My aim is to support you in deepening your self-awareness, developing healthier coping strategies, and discovering a greater sense of meaning and fulfillment in your life. As a somatic therapist, I help you get in touch with your emotions, body, and mind to support healing that is felt as well as understood. This embodied awareness helps you make more informed choices and embrace change. 

I work collaboratively with you, respecting your pace, priorities, and unique story. I am deeply committed to cultural sensitivity, ensuring that therapy honours your background and life context so that the support feels relevant and meaningful to you. 

I believe healing happens through genuine human connection, so I strive to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard, understood, and seen. Through therapy, I can also empower you to take greater responsibility for your life and cultivate resilience and self-compassion.

Iro specialises in the treatment of:

• Ethnic / Cultural Identity issues

• Immigration / migration issues

• Emotional understanding and coping skills

• Women's Health

• Addictions - Sex, substance abuse, gambling

• Alcohol Addiction

• Life Transitions

• Death anxiety

• Spirituality

• Finding Purpose / Meaning

• Procrastination 

• Relationships with family members

• Working with the inner child

• Personal Development

• Bullying

• Burnout

• Career

• Conflict Resolution Issues

• Domestic Violence

• Discrimination/Racism/Sexism

• Emotional Manipulation

• Abuse

• Feeling lost

• Fear of Change

• Jealousy

• Intimacy

• Midlife crisis

Iro also has experience in the treatment of:

• ADHD

• Anger

• Anxiety - Stress

• Anxiety - Generalised (GAD)

• Anxiety - Health

• Panic / Panic Attacks

• Anxiety - Performance

• Anxiety - Separation

• Anxiety - Fears of abandonment

• Anxiety - Social

• Anxiety - Phobias

• Anxiety - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Depression

• Existential Issues

• Trauma

• Depression - Low Mood

• Depression - Major

• Perinatal Anxiety

• Perinatal Depression

• Depression - Seasonal Affective Disorder

• Self Harm

• Emotional Regulation

• Family Issues - Adoption

• Family Issues - Blended families

• Family Issues - Conflict

• Gender Identity Issues

• Grief / Bereavement / Loss

• Hoarding

• Infertility

• LGBTQI+ Related Issues

• Low Self-Esteem

• Loneliness / Isolation

• Miscarriage

• Parenting Issues

• Perfectionism

• Personality Disorders

• Health conditions - Acute / Long Term

• Pregnancy & Birth

• Relationship - Attachment issues

• Relationship - Codependency

• Relationship - Communication difficulties

• Relationship - Doubt in relationship

• Relationship - Infidelity, affairs & betrayals

• Relationship - Separation & Divorce

• Sexual dysfunction

• Sleep - Problems

• Sleep - Insomnia

• Trauma - Childhood Trauma

• Trauma - Road Traffic Accidents

• Work - General

• Work - Bullying

• Work - Redundancy

• Work - Stress

Therapies Iro can offer:

• Integrative Therapy

• Interpersonal therapy

• Mindfulness

• Person-centred therapy

• Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)

• Emotion Focused Therapy Training

• Meaning Centered Psychotherapy training for Cancer care providers

• Family Systemic Therapy

• Systemic Family therapy

• Psychodynamic therapy

• Existential psychotherapy

• Humanistic psychotherapy

• Narrative psychotherapy

• Intercultural Therapy

• Somatic Therapy

Languages fluent in:

• Greek

• English

Iro works with:

• Adolescents (10 - 18 Years)

• All adults, across the whole age range from 18 years + 

Training, qualifications & experience.

• Registered member of BACP (397067)

• BSc Psychology

• MSc Existential Psychotherapy and Counselling

• Voting member of FETE - Federation of Existential Therapy in Europe

• Registered member of PAP - Pancyprian Association of Psychotherapy

• Family Systemic Training

• Certificate of Emotion Focused Therapy

• Certificate of Meaning Centered Therapy for Cancer Patients

Testimonial’s from Iro’s clients

Clear Understanding and Skillful Guidance: Iro's Impactful Approach

“Iro addressed the issues and provided a clear understanding of the situation. It was important for me to find my trigger points, and overall the therapist was great at making me understand my triggers.” NT

Empathetic Listening and Meaningful Guidance: A Therapeutic Connection with Iro

“A therapist which i enjoy talking to. That LISTENS and through simple and meaningful words helps you to acknowledge, reflect and guide you in the correct way to deal with you problems.” Annonymous

What is a Counsellor?

A Counsellor is a trained professional who provides a safe, confidential space for individuals to discuss their thoughts and feelings. They actively listen, offer empathy and guidance, and create a supportive environment. Counsellors specialise in various areas, prioritise the client's well-being, and promote mental and emotional health. They undergo education and training, focusing on holistic well-being and client-centered approaches.