- Person-centred approach
- Creative therapy options
- Flexible scheduling
About Michelle
Michelle Lumley is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom. She offers counselling for adults and provides both online and face-to-face sessions. Michelle aims to make the first steps simple and approachable for anyone feeling unsure about seeking help.
She has three years of practice and works in a humanistic, person-centred way. That means she listens carefully and asks curious questions to help uncover what matters to the client. Michelle uses a blend of therapeutic ideas so sessions can be shaped to individual needs.
Clients may bring worries such as stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, relationship strain, parenting pressures, issues around intimacy, or challenges linked to ADHD and autism. She also supports people coping with trauma, chronic illness, body image concerns and career-related stress. Michelle offers creative options like reflective writing and simple art activities when that feels useful.
Practical matters are discussed together in an initial exploratory session. Michelle explains how she works within the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy framework and completes any required paperwork with the client. She reviews progress regularly to check the counselling remains helpful.
Sessions can be short term or ongoing according to what the person needs. Flexible times are available to fit varying work patterns. To begin, prospective clients follow an intake process that helps match them to the right support and session rhythm.
She has three years of practice and works in a humanistic, person-centred way. That means she listens carefully and asks curious questions to help uncover what matters to the client. Michelle uses a blend of therapeutic ideas so sessions can be shaped to individual needs.
Clients may bring worries such as stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, relationship strain, parenting pressures, issues around intimacy, or challenges linked to ADHD and autism. She also supports people coping with trauma, chronic illness, body image concerns and career-related stress. Michelle offers creative options like reflective writing and simple art activities when that feels useful.
Practical matters are discussed together in an initial exploratory session. Michelle explains how she works within the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy framework and completes any required paperwork with the client. She reviews progress regularly to check the counselling remains helpful.
Sessions can be short term or ongoing according to what the person needs. Flexible times are available to fit varying work patterns. To begin, prospective clients follow an intake process that helps match them to the right support and session rhythm.
How certain approaches translate to online counselling
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early bonds affect current relationships. Online work can help people notice patterns in closeness and trust, and explore different ways of relating to others. Client-Centred Therapy centres the person’s own perspective and pace; the counsellor listens without judgement and helps the client find their own solutions and understanding.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what feels helpful. Together they decide which methods to try and review progress as they go, adapting the plan when needed.
Practical benefits of online counselling include easier fitting of sessions into a busy week and the option of attending from different locations within the UK. If you are unsure which session formats are available, confirm current options before booking so you know how sessions will run. Online sessions can make it simpler to maintain continuity of care, shorten travel time, and allow for flexible scheduling around work or caregiving commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
See below
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Michelle help with?
She supports adults with concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and parenting pressures, trauma, ADHD and body image issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is humanistic and person-centred, with an emphasis on listening, curiosity and building a trusted relationship.
What is her background and experience?
She has three years of counselling experience and uses a mix of therapeutic ideas to tailor sessions to individual needs.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK access her services?
She does not accept international clients at this time; online sessions are available throughout the UK.
How are fees handled and what is the cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin counselling?
Use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.