- CBT techniques
- DBT informed methods
- Client-centred work
About Michele
Michele Junges-Stainthorpe is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has 21 years of experience. She works with stress, anxiety and a wide range of related concerns including family and relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems and self-esteem. Michele offers sessions in English and French and accepts international clients.
Michele uses clear, practical conversation to help people understand what is happening for them. She often looks at how past experiences and current patterns interact. Michele draws on approaches such as client-centred work, cognitive behavioural techniques, DBT-informed methods, hypnotherapy and psychodynamic ideas. These are used to help manage symptoms, develop new skills and make sense of difficult emotions.
Her previous roles include teaching, school counselling in an international setting, work with private companies and voluntary organisations, and private practice. This range of experience informs a flexible style that fits different situations. Michele aims to identify what is getting in the way and to work through underlying issues rather than only focusing on immediate problems.
People who come to Michele often bring issues around neurodiversity, ADHD, attachment and identity, or complex life stressors such as divorce, caregiving strain or loss. She also supports people dealing with anger, self-harm history, substance-related concerns and trauma responses. Michele can work with adoption and foster care matters and with those affected by domestic violence.
Michele holds a BA in Counselling from Glasgow Caledonian University and a Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (BTEC 5). She also has a BA (Hons) in French, Russian and Politics. Her practical background in schools and community settings informs how she structures sessions and recommends next steps.
How Michele's approaches translate to online work
Client-centred work focuses on listening and reflecting so the person feels heard and can lead the conversation. It helps with building understanding of thoughts and feelings and is useful for anxiety, relationship worries and self-esteem concerns.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or CBT looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. It uses practical strategies and short exercises that people can practise between sessions to manage anxiety and sleep problems and to change unhelpful routines.
DBT-informed methods teach skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance and clearer communication. These techniques can help when someone struggles with anger, intense emotions or relationship conflict.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Michele will help people decide together which methods fit their goals and preferences. That process is collaborative and can change as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified on the profile, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work or family life, reduce travel time and allow a shorter check-in when needed. Some people prefer sessions with video, others a phone call for lower bandwidth or less visual focus; Michele can discuss practical arrangements when arranging the first meeting.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
21+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, French
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Michele works with stress, anxiety and related issues such as trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, self-esteem and relationship difficulties.
What style of therapy does she use?
She mixes client-centred conversation with cognitive behavioural and DBT-informed techniques, plus psychodynamic and hypnotherapy elements where helpful.
How much experience does she have?
Michele has 21 years of experience working in schools, voluntary organisations, private companies and private practice.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and French, and she has some knowledge of Russian and German.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not list specific formats.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.