Counsellor profile
Michelle Corrigan, BACP
Counsellor - stress and relationships
See online counselling options- Person centred
- Attachment informed
- Integrative approach
About Michelle
Counsellor Michelle Corrigan is a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) and has six years' experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma and addictions. Sessions are offered in English and take place in the United Kingdom.
Michelle uses a person-centred approach that focuses on what is happening now and what led someone to seek help. Conversation is the main method, though she may also include exercises that attention to bodily sensations and energy when useful. She aims to help people notice patterns that are causing distress and to try different ways of responding.
Her background is integrative, with roots in person-centred and humanistic ideas. She also draws on Gestalt practice and elements from Emotionally-Focused and attachment-based thinking. This mix informs how she attends to feelings, relationships and how people cope with loss or change.
Sessions are interactive and practical. Michelle explores both the outer causes of stress and the inner effects on mood, thought and the body. She works with issues such as self-esteem, sleep, eating concerns, parenting strain, work and career stress, and long-term health or caregiving pressures.
People may be offered ways to experiment with new coping strategies between sessions. She asks about what someone wants to change and helps set small, realistic steps. The focus is on noticing what works and adjusting the plan as therapy continues.
Therapeutic approaches and online counselling
Attachment-based work looks at how early and current relationships affect feelings and trust. It helps when relationship patterns or fear of rejection are causing distress. Client-centred therapy focuses on open conversation and the person's own resources. It is useful for people wanting a non-directive space to talk about stress, self-worth and life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, when used alongside these approaches, looks at thoughts and habits that keep problems going and offers practical ways to try different responses.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Michelle will discuss options with each person and agree what to try first. That choice is reviewed as therapy continues so the method can adapt to changing needs and goals. The process is collaborative and paced to the individual's comfort.
Practical benefits of online counselling include fitting sessions around work, family or health commitments and reducing travel time. Some people prefer shorter phone or video check-ins when they need a quick update, while others use longer sessions for deeper exploring. Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered and how to schedule appointments.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, trauma and addictions, among other issues.
What is her general therapeutic style?
She works from a person-centred, integrative stance that includes elements of attachment and emotionally-focused practice. Sessions are conversational and may include body-focused awareness.
How long has she been practising?
She has six years' experience working as a counsellor.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I arrange an initial session?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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