MIKE SCARANO

I am an accredited Psychotherapy Counsellor with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and an accredited EMDR therapist with the EMDR UK Association.

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EXPERIENCE

I am an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and a qualified EMDR therapist. My clinical experience spans a range of settings across London, including  the NHS  and the probation service. In these roles, I’ve supported clients facing a variety of mental health challenges — such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and addictions. I work inclusively with LGBTQ+, non-binary, and heterosexual clients.

Having lived and worked in eight countries — including Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, and the United States — I bring a deep appreciation for cultural diversity and a strong understanding of the complexities of living and adapting across different cultural environments. These experiences have shaped my belief in our shared human needs for connection, purpose, and belonging.

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Before training as a therapist, I spent more than 20 years in corporate marketing. This background gives me a unique perspective on the pressures of professional life — from managing performance and workplace dynamics to finding balance in fast-paced, high-demand environments. I help clients build practical coping strategies to navigate these challenges, reduce stress, and regain a sense of control and fulfilment in both their personal and professional lives.

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APPROACH

Life’s challenges can demand more than endurance — they call for action, clarity, and meaningful change. Whether you’re struggling with work pressures, relationship conflicts, or personal setbacks, therapy is a space to confront these issues directly and create practical, lasting solutions. Together, we’ll identify what’s blocking your progress and develop strategies to overcome those obstacles. You’ll learn to manage difficult emotions, challenge unhelpful thinking, and strengthen the tools you already have to take back control and move forward with confidence.

I provide a focused, respectful, and confidential environment where you can speak openly and work purposefully. This is a space to gain insight, make decisive shifts, and rebuild a sense of direction and fulfilment in your life.

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My relational therapeutic approach is grounded in understanding how your relationships — with others and with yourself — shape your everyday experience. By examining these patterns, we can uncover what drives your choices and reactions, and create new ways of relating that support growth and balance. Each session is tailored to your specific needs, drawing on a range of evidence-based approaches. This allows us to target what matters most to you and make real, measurable progress. My areas of expertise include:

Relationships, Self Confidence, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management, OCD, Addiction.

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