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Michelle's Counselling and Training Services in Bexleyheath, Kent
NCPS and MBACP Registered Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor - CPCAB approved Counselling Trainer

Enhanced DBS and Fully Insured

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Hello, my name is Michelle, and I am a professional counsellor and therapist based in Bexleyheath, Kent. I offer face-to-face counselling for individuals in Bexleyheath, Gillingham and the surrounding areas. Online therapy nationwide via Zoom. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and hold an Enhanced DBS check for your peace of mind.

Seeking Therapy: A Step Towards Healing
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. If you’ve ever said “I’m okay” when you weren’t or struggled to express how you’re really feeling, counselling could help. As a trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in supporting individuals who have experienced sexual violence, childhood abuse, and other traumatic events. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, experiencing anxiety, depression or struggling with stress, I am here to support you.

Counselling Services Offered
I provide both short-term and long-term counselling for adults, children, and young people in Bexleyheath, Gillingham, Kent, and surrounding areas.

My services include:

  • Trauma-Informed Therapy: Specialising in the effects of childhood abuse, sexual violence, and other trauma.

  • Anxiety and Stress Management: Helping clients manage overwhelming feelings of anxiety and stress.

  • Grief and Loss Counselling: Supporting those coping with bereavement or significant life changes.

  • Self-Esteem and Confidence Building: Helping you build resilience and a strong sense of self-worth.

  • Depression : Helping clients to understand their depression and provide space to work through this.

  • Please click here to see other difficulties I can work with

Convenient Therapy Options
I offer flexible therapy options to suit your needs, including both face-to-face counselling and online therapy sessions. I understand that everyone's situation is unique, so I provide a welcoming and confidential space for you to work through life’s challenges, whether in person or from the comfort of your own home.

If you’re looking for a compassionate, experienced therapist in Bexleyheath, Rainham, or Gillingham, I’d love to help. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to schedule your first session or ask any questions.

Please fee free to get in touch

Sessions £60

07989439683
info@michellescounsellingandtraining.co.uk

Professional membership BACP and NCPS

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About Mental Health

Depression

You feel persistently sad for weeks or months, rather than just a few days. It is not a sign of weakness or something you can “snap out of” by “pulling yourself together”.

Anxiety

Anxiety is a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, that can be mild or severe. Everyone has feelings of anxiety at some point in their life, as it is a natural human response when we feel that we are under threat. It can be experienced through our thoughts, feelings and physical sensations.

Bereavement

Losing someone important to us can be emotionally devastating — whether it’s a partner, family member or friend. Grief can bring up lots of different, complicated emotions, and can sometimes affect our physical health.

Abuse

Trauma

Abuse us when someone causes us harm or distress. It can take many forms, physical, sexual, and emotional which can cause mental pain. It can occur anywhere. Sometimes it is not intentional, but it does happen and can be very traumatic and have a devastating impact peoples lives and ability to cope.

Trauma significantly impacts mental, emotional, and physical well-being, arising from distressing events like abuse or loss that exceed coping abilities. Its effects can manifest as anxiety, depression, or PTSD. Understanding trauma is essential for healing, enabling individuals to process experiences and develop coping mechanisms to regain safety and control. Therapeutic methods, , play a vital role in supporting recovery.

“The Curious Paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change”

Carl Rogers