- Client-Centred Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Grief and loss
About Michelle
Michelle Dunne is a Person-Centred counsellor and a Registered Member of the BACP with three years' experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief and relationship concerns, and works with issues such as anger, addictions and parenting strains. She offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. Michelle uses straightforward, client-led sessions to help people talk through their feelings and understand what matters to them.
Her background includes counselling qualifications and work in crisis settings. Michelle trained through CPCAB and holds a Level 5 diploma in psychotherapeutic counselling, alongside a BEd (Hons) from Cambridge and other related certificates. She has supported people facing sudden bereavement and trauma, so grief and loss are regular parts of her practice.
In sessions she uses a Person-Centred approach that centres the client's perspective. That means listening closely and reflecting back what clients say, rather than imposing a fixed plan. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to help when someone is unsure about change or finding it hard to take steps forward.
Michelle says she values clear, non-judgemental conversations. She describes the work as offering time and attention to explore difficult feelings and to build new understanding. Practical topics like sleep, eating and coping with workplace stress are part of the work when relevant.
She is open to neurodiversity and to clients from a range of backgrounds and relationships. Outside counselling she enjoys walking with her three dogs and travelling. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Michelle uses Client-Centred Therapy to keep the conversation focused on the client's perspective. That approach means the counsellor listens actively and reflects back what the client says, helping people clarify feelings and priorities. It is useful for issues like anger, relationship strain and depression where understanding personal experience matters.She also uses Motivational Interviewing when someone is unsure about change. This method involves exploring ambivalence and drawing out a person’s own reasons for wanting to act. It can help with addictions, low motivation and making practical changes around sleep or health habits.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and they will adapt the style over time in collaboration with the client.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm which options are offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work, caregiving or travel and can reduce time spent commuting. They also allow for shorter check-ins when needed and for people to choose whether to use video or lower-bandwidth options depending on what suits their circumstances.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger and relationship issues, plus related areas such as sleep, eating and addictions.
What is her therapeutic style?
She practises a Person-Centred approach and uses Motivational Interviewing, focusing on listening and supporting clients to find their own direction.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years' experience working as a counsellor and has worked previously in crisis and trauma settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Registered Member of the BACP and holds a BEd (Hons) and CPCAB Level 5 diploma. She practises from the United Kingdom.
In which language are sessions provided?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.