Welcome to My Practice
My approach to therapy is to empower people to develop resilience in the face of adversity, and inspire change in the way they relate to themselves and others, offering new potentials for the future. Adopting an integrative strength-focused approach, I enable people to make sense of their difficulties by sharing psychological formulation and collaboratively identifying goals for therapy.
The focus is also on identifying and exploring repeated patterns of behaviour, and ways of thinking that may no longer be helpful, contributing to feelings of distress or upset. For example, by understanding how self-criticism has developed, its function and emotional expression, we can learn to increase our compassionate awareness towards ourselves and others.
It is hoped that people will feel able to face life’s challenges by learning new ways of coping, and develop a renewed sense of meaning and purpose as they progress through therapy.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
CBT proposes that our thinking has a powerful effect on how we …

Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) targets the activation of the …

Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
The practice of EFT is informed by an understanding of the role …

Mindfulness
Mindfulness practice reminds us not to fritter our mental energy …
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect in the first appointment?
The first appointment is a one-hour assessment session. This is an opportunity for you to talk about what has been difficult for you, what areas of life (e.g., work, college, relationships) you feel are most impacted, how you’re coping with life's stressful experiences, and why you’ve chosen to come to therapy now.
How often will I attend therapy and for how long?
It is usual practice to attend therapy on a weekly basis to ensure commitment by allocating the same day/time each week, and a consistent approach to the therapeutic change process.

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What People Are Saying
PreviousI consulted Michelle when I was going through a period of extreme anxiety and insomnia and finding it difficult dealing with major changes happening in my life. She listened to my concerns with warmth and sensitivity and provided me with practical tools to deal with the anxiety. As a result, my anxiety has significantly lessened and I’ve stopped using medication to sleep. Michelle has also helped me to identify my current needs and priorities. Her insight has helped me enormously in making the transition to a new stage in my life.
ClientOnline
During a difficult period in my life and as someone who struggles with anxiety day to day, I decided to try Cognitive Behaviour Therapy with Michelle. The difference in the way I feel and behave is very visible. I feel so much calmer and for the first time in my life, I feel like I have tools to manage stress before it overloads me. Michelle is so welcoming, puts you at ease straight away, and she is very caring and understanding. She really has your best interests at heart and I enjoyed the sessions with her very much. I would highly recommend her as a therapist and will definitely attend in future if I need to.
ClientMayo
Michelle is a highly skilled Clinical Psychologist. Her warm and caring nature is a true asset. As a colleague of Michelle’s, I have found her to be a very thorough clinician, professional and above all else, she has a genuine desire to provide the highest quality of care for her clients.
Occupational TherapistGalway
I attended Michelle on the advice from my daughter and sister. I had gone through a tough few years with family illnesses and was very anxious and “snappy". I learnt that my anxiety originated from issues when I was much younger and I did not have the tools to deal with them. I learnt new techniques to deal with my anxiety and listened to various mindfulness recordings during the day, sent by Michelle. I am living now a lot more relaxed and when the anxiety starts to build up I now have the techniques to deal with it. I know there will always be times when I need a little help and hopefully Michelle will be there for more sessions.
ClientMayo
Michelle helped me when I was going through a difficult time. I had anxiety which I just could not control. Attending therapy sessions with Michelle really helped. She provided me with skills to manage my anxiety and I got my confidence back. It really feels good to be back in control of my life. Michelle makes you feel at ease and explains why you are feeling the way you are. Understanding helps you to heal, a listening ear helps you to express what’s causing the anxiety, and Michelle supports you with this. I’m glad I picked Michelle to help me heal. My anxiety is gone, my blood pressure is normal again, and I’m more confident now than I ever was.
ClientMayo
I had some online sessions with Michelle and really appreciated the professionalism and kindness that she showed throughout. I wouldn’t hesitate to seek her help again in future.
ClientOnline
As someone who dealt with anxiety and perfectionism for a long time in my life, I felt like Michelle took every issue I had seriously and allowed me to talk freely. I feel as if my whole life has changed after attending therapy as I have learned how to cope with my anxiety and I would recommend Michelle to anyone. She is very professional and I would not hesitate to go back to her if I ever needed to.
ClientOnline