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Michelle Beard, BACP

Michelle Beard is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who specialises in trauma and related difficulties.

LGBT
Relationship issues
Self esteem
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About Michelle

Michelle Beard is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who specialises in trauma and related difficulties. She offers clear, down-to-earth support for people worrying about anxiety, depression, relationships or identity concerns. Her approachable manner helps people feel heard and understood from the first conversation.

Michelle uses straightforward tools to help people make sense of their experiences. Sessions focus on what the person wants to change and on practical steps to move forward.

Background and approach

She draws on client-centred work to listen without judgement and on cognitive behavioural techniques to spot unhelpful thinking patterns. She also uses mindfulness methods to help clients notice thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them. Motivational Interviewing informs how she explores readiness for change and helps people find their own reasons to act.

These approaches are blended to suit each person rather than applied in the same way to everyone. Michelle has seven years of experience supporting adults through grief, addiction, trauma and complex relationship concerns. She works with issues such as self-esteem, eating and sleeping problems, anger and compassion fatigue.

She also supports people facing life changes like separation, parenting strain and career shifts. Sessions are offered in English and she accepts clients from outside the UK. People begin by completing a short matching questionnaire and then arranging sessions that fit their schedule.

Michelle aims to keep therapy practical, patient and focused on each person's priorities.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	395480	July 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Michelle lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

LGBT
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Blended family issues
Commitment issues
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Self-harm
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Young adult issues

Ways of working Michelle names

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How Michelle blends talking therapies online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on compassionate listening and helping the person feel understood. It is useful when someone needs space to talk through identity, relationship or grief issues and to decide what matters most to them.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour. It offers practical exercises and simple tools to challenge unhelpful thinking and to build new coping habits for anxiety, low mood or intrusive thoughts.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michelle will discuss different methods and work with each person to pick what fits their goals and preferences. The choice is collaborative and can change as progress is made.

Online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls let people have a full conversation and see non-verbal cues. Phone work is a good option for shorter check-ins or when lower bandwidth is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for ongoing reflection, quick check-ins and for people who prefer typing over speaking.

These remote options increase flexibility and accessibility for people who travel, work shifts or live at a distance, while still allowing therapists to use the same therapeutic tools as face-to-face work.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Michelle commonly help with?

She supports people with anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addiction and relationship difficulties among other issues listed in her profile.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She combines a client-centred way of listening with cognitive behavioural techniques, mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing to tailor sessions to each person's needs.

What background and experience does she have?

Michelle has seven years of professional experience working with adults on issues including grief, self-harm, eating concerns and complex relationship matters.

What credentials and location are provided?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?

Yes, she accepts international clients and offers sessions in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be held by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging according to what suits the client.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire and then scheduling sessions based on the matching results and availability.