- Person-centred approach
- CBT and DBT techniques
- Speaks English and French
About Michele
She adapts sessions to each person's needs rather than using one fixed method. Michele draws on Client-Centred Therapy to follow the person's lead and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to test and change unhelpful thoughts. She also uses Dialectical Behaviour Therapy techniques and hypnotherapy when these fit someone’s goals.
Across 21 years of practice she has worked in schools, voluntary groups, private companies and private practice. Michele holds a BA in Counselling from Glasgow Caledonian University and a Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, BTEC level 5, from South Tyneside College. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Michele is used to helping people who find neurotypical society challenging, including those with autism and ADHD. She speaks English and French and can also use some Russian and German.
Sessions focus on identifying the roots of difficulties and building practical ways to cope day to day. People can expect calm, clear conversation, active listening and collaborative work on goals and strategies.
How Michele uses therapeutic approaches online
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and following the person's priorities. The counsellor reflects what the person says and helps them find their own solutions, which can help with family stress and parenting worries.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses practical exercises and small experiments to shift unhelpful thinking patterns, often useful for anxiety, low mood and sleep problems.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy techniques add skills for managing intense emotion and improving communication. These are helpful for anger, relationship strain and when someone needs tools to stay steady during distress.
Finding the right approach is part of the journey. Michele works with each person to agree which methods to try and adjusts them as needs change. This is a collaborative process based on the client's goals and preferences.
Please confirm the current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by reducing travel time, making it simpler to join from different locations, or allowing shorter check-ins on a hectic day. Registered or accredited professionals can explain the practical session arrangements when you match and schedule.
Professional registration
- BACP
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Experience
21+ years
Credentials
BACP · United Kingdom
Languages
English, French
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Michele commonly help with?
She works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, ADHD and sleep problems.
How would you describe Michele's therapeutic style?
Her style is adaptable and calm. Sessions combine person-centred listening with practical techniques from CBT and DBT when useful.
What sort of background does Michele have?
She has 21 years of experience in schools, voluntary settings, private companies and private practice, and has worked with diverse life challenges.
Which professional credential does Michele hold?
She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and holds a BA in Counselling plus a Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (BTEC level 5).
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English and French, and Michele has some knowledge of Russian and German.
Can international clients work with Michele?
Yes, she accepts international clients, so people outside the United Kingdom can enquire about working together.
How are fees and payments arranged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin working with Michele?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.