Michelle Beard, BACP

Michelle Beard helps people who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to turn. She writes plainly and listens closely, aiming to make the first steps easier for anyone seeking change. Michelle works in English and practises from the United Kingdom. She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Michelle uses clear, straightforward conversations to help people with anxiety, low mood and stress. She also supports those dealing with relationship struggles, LGBT concerns, addiction, trauma, grief and issues around intimacy. Practical problems such as sleeping difficulties, parenting strain, career stress and coping with life changes are also within her focus. Her style is collaborative and client-centred. That means sessions are guided by what matters to the individual, not by a fixed script. She draws on cognitive behavioural techniques when helpful to change unhelpful thinking and behaviour, and uses mindfulness to build calm and present-moment awareness. Michelle also uses motivational interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change and to stay moving forward. She has seven years of professional experience working with a wide range of personal and emotional concerns. People usually start by describing one or two pressing problems, then together they set realistic goals and small steps. Sessions can feel practical and compassionate, with an emphasis on what can be tried between meetings to build progress over time.

How Michelle’s approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's experience. It helps people feel heard and guides conversations around what they want to change or understand better. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It offers hands-on strategies to reduce anxiety, lift mood and change habits that get in the way of daily life.

Choosing the right approach is a shared process. Michelle will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then suggest techniques to try. Together they review what helps and adjust the plan so it fits the individual's needs and pace.

Online sessions can be delivered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls let people work face to face from different locations. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier during a busy day. Live chat or messaging suits short check-ins, quick reflections or people who prefer typing. These options make therapy easier to fit around work, family life and travel, and they give practical flexibility without changing the focus on progress and skill-building.