- Stress management
- Trauma support
- Depression care
About Michelle
Michelle Smith is a counsellor registered with the BACP and has three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression and coping with life changes. Michelle acknowledges that clients know their own story and brings a straightforward approach to sessions.
In the room she focuses on practical steps people can try between meetings. Conversations look at what makes difficult feelings worse and what small changes might reduce their impact. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and build day-to-day coping skills.
Michelle also supports people with issues that often sit alongside anxiety and mood difficulties. These include attachment concerns, obsessions and compulsions, problems related to ageing, and experiences of prejudice and discrimination. She has worked with people affected by drug and alcohol addiction and with those who have experienced traumatic events.
Sessions are conducted in English and Michelle accepts international clients. Costs vary with location and sessions run on a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session via the See online therapy options button.
Her style is direct and practical. Michelle aims to help people notice what is working, try different strategies, and adjust them as needed. She encourages realistic steps rather than big leaps, and checks in on progress from week to week.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Michelle uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical, structured work. One common approach she uses involves identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing them with small behavioural experiments; this helps people notice which thoughts increase anxiety and which actions reduce it. Another approach emphasises skills building for coping with strong emotions and cravings, which can be useful for managing addictions and mood difficulties.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. Michelle will work with the client to match methods to their goals, symptoms and preferences. She reviews what helps over a few sessions and adjusts the plan if something is not working for the person.
Confirm the exact online session formats before booking, as options are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow check-ins from different locations. Some formats can be simpler for a short catch-up, while others suit longer therapeutic work that needs more time. Talk with Michelle after the initial questionnaire to find the session pattern that fits ordinary life and daily routines.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression and coping with life changes, among other related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical steps clients can try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients.
How are sessions charged?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.