Michelle Saunders , NCPS

Michelle Saunders brings a broad foundation from 25 years working across health care settings, from nurseries to accident and emergency departments and intensive care. She is licensed in the United Kingdom and holds NCPS, a recognised professional counselling credential. Over three years of professional counselling practice have focused on supporting people facing type 1 diabetes, stress and anxiety, anger management, motivation, self-esteem and confidence concerns, and depression.

Michelle creates a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly. She works collaboratively with clients to identify practical steps and build resilience, acknowledging that the decision to seek change often requires courage. Michelle offers compassionate support throughout that process and provides more information about her practice at www.t1dcounsellingessex.co.uk.

Therapeutic approaches and accessible online support

Michelle Saunders draws on Client-Centered Therapy to prioritise the client’s experience, offering a listening space where individuals can reflect on feelings and values; this approach is often helpful for self-esteem, life transitions, and emotional processing. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people resolve ambivalence and strengthen personal motivation for change - a practical fit for goals like improving coping, managing anger, or addressing health-related behaviour. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to identify small, achievable steps and build on existing strengths, which can be effective for stress, anxiety, and practical life challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Michelle works collaboratively with each person to decide what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors techniques and pacing so therapy remains responsive and client-led.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or elsewhere, accommodate varying energy levels, and support ongoing work between sessions through messaging and chat when needed.