Counsellor profile
Massimiliano Cattafi, BACP
Counsellor - Relationships and trauma
See online counselling options- Relationship concerns
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
About Massimiliano
Massimiliano Cattafi is a counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He has six years' experience and works with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes. Sessions are offered in English and Italian and are based in the United Kingdom.
He focuses on helping people make sense of what matters to them. That groundwork can make it easier to decide on next steps in daily life. He listens for patterns linked to attachment, abandonment and commitment issues, and he also addresses communication problems, isolation and feelings of emptiness.
His practice also covers concerns related to autism and Asperger syndrome, body image, chronic pain or illness, caregiver stress and guilt or shame. He will work on practical ways to manage impulses, control struggles and the impact of divorce or separation. Conversations may include looking at how past hurts shape current reactions.
Cattafi follows the BACP ethical framework in his work. He aims to be clear about what a person wants from counselling and what each session will involve. He asks about language needs and practical arrangements at the start.
Sessions are arranged through the site process. Prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then book a first session. Fees vary by location and the service uses a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
Approaches used in online counselling and practical notes
Massimiliano works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on understanding patterns and improving day-to-day coping. One common approach looks at attachment and relationship patterns to see how early experiences affect present reactions; this can help when communication problems or commitment worries are present. Another approach addresses trauma and abuse by breaking down difficult memories and responses into manageable steps so people can reduce overwhelming reactions and regain steadier daily routines.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss different ways of working and decide together what fits your goals and preferences. That discussion can include how to pace sessions and which topics to prioritise over time.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the options he currently offers before booking. In general, remote counselling can make it easier to fit sessions around work and family commitments, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people choose audio-only or video conversations depending on energy, bandwidth or comfort with being on camera.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Italian
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he commonly help with?
He works with relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He helps people make sense of what matters to them and looks at patterns that affect current behaviour and choices.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years' experience working as a counsellor.
Which professional body is he a member of?
He is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Italian.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
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