In Person Therapy Guildford
Hello, my name is Michelle and I am a fully qualified Therapist based at CBT and Counselling Surrey Guildford practice. I hold a Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and I’m accredited by the MBACP (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists) and the UKRCP (United Kingdom Register for Counsellors and Psychotherapists)
Although I qualified as a Psychodynamic Therapist, I tend to work in a more eclectic and creative way. Which means I use a variety of different therapeutic approaches to suit your unique situation and individual needs. I frequently use the powerful techniques of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help you examine how your thoughts and feelings shape your experiences. Whichever approach we use, my aim is to help you find a more positive way forward.
Perhaps it’s the first time you have sought therapy and you are wondering what to expect. Or maybe you have had counselling before. Whatever your situation, I do appreciate that it can take great courage to reach out for help. However, please rest assured, I create a warm, safe environment in order for you to feel comfortable enough to open up about what is going on for you. I will be there to listen to your experiences and help you process your experience and help you process this for yourself.
At the beginning of our first session, I’ll ask about your hopes and goals for therapy. It’s absolutely fine if you’re unsure or have mixed feelings – we can work together to bring clarity and focus to your therapy journey.
I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, anger, bereavement, trauma, OCD, phobias, post-traumatic stress, work-related challenges, abuse, ADD/ADHD, and addiction.
I also have experience supporting individuals on the autism spectrum, those dealing with childhood-related challenges, and people managing chronic fatigue syndrome or ME.
In addition to this, I’m accredited in Counselling and Play Therapy for children age 3+
Ethical Standards
As an accredited member of MBACP and UKRCP and PTUK and ACC, I adhere to their ethical guidelines, ongoing supervision and CPD (Continual Professional Development) to ensure I provide the best possible service to my clients.
Qualifications
- Brunel University Sociology (BSc)
- Goldsmiths University Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling
- Post Graduate Diploma in Play Therapy
- University Post Graduate Certificate in Play Therapy
- Postgraduate Certificate in Youth and Community
Accreditations
- MACC Registered Accredited Counsellor
- UKRCP Registered Independent Counsellor
- MBACP Registered Accredited Counsellor
Background/experience
Prior to qualifying as a Counsellor 10 years ago I used to foster children as a single parent. I was also a Church of England Youth Worker for 18 years and a residential social worker for 6 years. This broad array of experience has enabled me exposure to a wide range of people of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures, in a variety of different types of relationships.
I started my own private therapy practice in 2004. Alongside providing counselling, I also specialise in trauma, neurodiversity, adoption and family work,
My work has also been within the court system with ‘Divorce Matters’ and I’m an accredited Play Therapist with PTUK. In addition to this, I qualified as a supervisor to help other therapists and an adoption trained Counsellor by Barnardo’s.
How I can help you
- I will walk the therapy journey with you both to help you develop better ways of connection with your world.
- Your therapy sessions with me will be in a safe, confidential space where you will feel heard and respected, listened to and validated.
- I will encourage you to be honest with yourselves, and with me in order to help move you forward.
- My aim is to ensure you are patient, tolerant and respectful of your thoughts and feelings. Therefore, I will facilitate an environment where you can be properly listened to.
Types of therapy offered
- Individual Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Counselling for Anxiety
- Depression Counselling
- Neurodiversity Therapy
- Anger Management Counselling
- Trauma Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Bereavement Counselling
- Young Person Therapy 3+
If you would like to make an appointment to see Michelle please use the book now button below
