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- Addictions support
- Relationship work
- CBT and Gottman
About Michael
Michael Maroney is an ACA counsellor in Australia with ten years of professional experience. He focuses on addictions, relationship concerns, LGBT issues, self-esteem, grief, stress and anxiety, and other life changes. Michael uses Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Gottman Method in his work.
He asks people to describe what they are going through and listens without judgement. Sessions concentrate on practical steps that clients can try between meetings. Conversations often look at patterns, thoughts and behaviours that get in the way of daily functioning and relationships.
Michael supports work on intimacy-related problems, career questions and midlife transitions. He also helps with more specific concerns such as gender dysphoria, body image, obsessions and compulsions, and issues related to non-monogamous relationships. He treats grief, isolation and the impact of shame and guilt in straightforward terms.
Therapy is collaborative. Michael aims to identify strengths clients can use to move forward and to choose approaches that fit each person’s needs. Cognitive techniques and structured exercises are mixed with person-centred listening depending on the issue.
Sessions are offered in English. The practice uses a subscription payment model that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session through the platform.
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How his approaches shape remote work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what the client brings. It helps people clarify values and feel understood while they decide on steps to take. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets current thoughts and behaviours with practical exercises to reduce anxiety, manage stress and change unhelpful patterns. The Gottman Method offers structured tools for working on communication and conflict in relationships.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. He will discuss goals and preferences, and then select methods that suit the issue and the person. That process may include testing a CBT skill for a few sessions or using person-centred conversations to guide deeper work on identity and values.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, errands and family responsibilities. They also allow short check-ins or longer, structured meetings when needed, which can help sustain progress between face-to-face appointments when travel or scheduling is difficult.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with addictions, anxiety, stress, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, self-esteem and career concerns, among other areas listed in his profile.
What approaches does he use in sessions?
Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and the Gottman Method are the main approaches he uses, chosen to match the client's situation.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has ten years of professional experience working with the areas listed in his profile.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds ACA as his listed credential and practises in Australia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside Australia work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time; costs vary with location.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.