- Person-centred approach
- Cognitive behavioural tools
- Emotion-focused work
About Michelle
Michelle Rutter is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with six years' experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, depression, grief and a range of other concerns. She also supports those dealing with ADHD, parenting strain, career pressure and changes in life stage.
Michelle uses a person-centred approach alongside practical tools from cognitive behavioural therapy and elements of emotion-focused and dialectical work. Sessions are conversational and focus on what matters now. She helps clients name problems, try different ways of thinking, and practice skills between meetings.
Her style is direct and respectful. She treats people as individuals and listens without judgement. The aim is to help clients find clearer options and steady routines they can use day to day.
Michelle has worked with people who have experienced physical and emotional trauma, obsessive thoughts, and grief. She offers support for intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, anger and coping with life changes. Her experience includes both short-term practical work and longer conversations about patterns and relationships.
Sessions are shaped around each person’s needs and goals. Michelle asks about what’s working and what isn’t, then agrees on practical steps to try. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online therapy options button.
Approaches used and what to expect online
Michelle combines person-centred counselling with cognitive behavioural therapy and emotion-focused ideas. Person-centred work means conversations are led by what matters most to the client, with the counsellor reflecting back and clarifying feelings. Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions link, and offers practical exercises to try between sessions. Emotion-focused work helps identify and name emotions, and then work through difficult emotional responses in the moment.Finding the best approach is part of the work. Michelle discusses goals and preferences together and adjusts methods as needs change. That may mean focusing on skill-building for anxiety one month and deeper emotional processing the next. The process is collaborative and reviewed regularly.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around study, shifts or busy days, and it can reduce travel time. It also allows shorter check-ins when needed or more in-depth sessions when there is space for them. Registered and accredited professionals aim to match session length and frequency to what helps in daily life.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Michelle help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, relationship issues, grief, ADHD and a wide range of other concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her work is person-centred and conversational, combined with practical CBT and emotion-focused techniques to address thoughts, feelings and behaviour.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of counselling experience working with a wide range of concerns including trauma and obsessive difficulties.
What credentials and location are listed?
Michelle is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients as noted in her profile. Sessions are provided in English.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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