Massimiliano Cattafi

Massimiliano Cattafi is a counsellor who helps people untangle confusing or painful feelings. He speaks English and Italian and works with people who are struggling with relationships, depression, low self-esteem and the impact of trauma. He explains things plainly so people can make small, useful changes in their lives.

He has six years of experience and is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, also shown as BACP. That membership means he follows the BACP ethical framework. He focuses on practical, honest conversation rather than jargon.

In sessions he helps clients identify what matters most to them. He talks through patterns that get in the way, such as attachment worries, abandonment fears or difficulty with commitment. He also supports people facing body image concerns, chronic illness or the stress of caregiving.

He pays attention to how people communicate and where they feel stuck, including control issues, guilt, shame and feelings of emptiness. He also works with people who feel isolated or struggle with impulsivity.

If someone wants to begin, the process includes a short matching questionnaire and scheduling the first session. Massimiliano aims to help people see clearer steps forward and to try practical changes that fit everyday life.

Therapeutic approaches and working online

Many of the ways he works involve evidence-based techniques that help people understand patterns and try different actions. One common approach focuses on recognising attachment and relationship patterns so people can change how they relate to others and feel safer in close connections. Another strand helps people break down overwhelming feelings into manageable steps, which can reduce depression and improve day-to-day coping.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to identify what fits the client’s needs, goals and preferences. Together they will try methods and adjust them if something does not feel helpful.

Practical benefits of online therapy often include fitting sessions around work or caregiving commitments and avoiding travel time. Online work can make it easier to have a shorter check-in or to use a phone call when bandwidth is limited. Please confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.