About the Author

Michael Conti

Michael Conti is a highly qualified and experienced psychotherapist, trauma specialist, coach, counsellor and supervisor for psychosocial professionals.

Michael started off his education in Malta as a science teacher. He then moved to Italy where he worked in the social sector and later moved to France to complete his studies in philosophy. Following this, he read for a Master’s degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy in the United Kingdom and later furthered his education with another Master’s degree in Supervision for Psychosocial Professionals. He is also an ICF-qualified coach.

In his many years of experience, he has worked in different settings, including LGBTQIA+ organisations, schools, vocational colleges, emergency services and private practice. During his work as a deputy head of service at the London Fire Brigade (UK) he specialised in working with psychological trauma and trained as an EMDR therapist. Michael also undertook an education as a specialist in Somatic Sexuality (ICS) in Spain and is the founder of Orange Bodies, an initiative where he works with embodiment practice. Having trained as a Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapist, he co-founded Conscious Growth where he co-facilitates retreats focused on expanded states of consciousness.

In addition, he has taught on Master’s degree programmes, published articles and delivered seminars to both professionals and organisations. Michael currently runs a successful private practice as well as offering workshops and trainings.