Michelle Emsley , BACP

Michelle Emsley is a United Kingdom based therapist with seven years of professional experience supporting adults through stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, depression, anger, divorce, health concerns including menopause, work-related problems, and experiences of abuse. She brings a practical, compassionate approach that aims to identify strengths and build more manageable ways of coping when daily life feels overwhelming.

She works from a client-centered perspective, placing the person at the heart of the work and supporting exploration of issues in the here and now. Michelle also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help recognise unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours and to develop healthier responses that improve day-to-day functioning. Her practice is tailored to each individual, combining these methods to suit the client rather than following a one-size-fits-all model.

Michelle holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and applies her training to create a respectful, strengths-based environment. She frames clients as experts on their own lives and aims to help them uncover resources and steps that support personal progress and resilience.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Michelle integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral approaches to tailor online work to each person. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing and accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect personal values - it can help with anxiety, stress, and adjusting to life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, giving space for self-exploration and strengthening self-understanding to improve relationships and emotional wellbeing. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and supports practical skills for coping with depression, anxiety, and everyday stressors.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Michelle works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques as the work unfolds so that the approach remains relevant and practical.

Online sessions - including video calls, phone meetings, live chat, or text-based messaging - offer flexible ways to access licensed professionals. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, reduce travel time, and allow people to connect from locations that suit them while still receiving focused, evidence-informed support.