Michele Findley , BACP

Michele Findley is a neurodivergent-affirming, UK-based therapist with seven years of focused clinical experience. She combines compassionate listening with practical therapeutic techniques to support people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions. Michele holds BACP, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and reflects her commitment to professional standards and ongoing development.

Michele also practices EMDR therapy and uses it to help clients affected by PTSD, complex trauma, and abuse. She applies EMDR where appropriate to address phobias, social anxiety, panic symptoms, and other patterns that can respond well to this approach. Her work is grounded in respect, sensitivity, and a nonjudgmental stance that recognises each person’s individual history and strengths.

She tailors conversations and treatment plans to match a client’s needs and goals, guiding people through challenges such as worry, intrusive thoughts, grief, low self-worth, addiction, anger management, and relationship strains. Michele has experience supporting clients who live with long-term conditions and those dealing with unexplained illnesses, helping them explore coping strategies and meaning in their experiences.

Michele provides a supportive space for exploration and growth, encouraging clients to take the courageous first steps toward change and to develop clearer paths toward healing and a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Michele commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, each offering a different path to change. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and learn practical ways to live in line with those values while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings - it is useful for chronic anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating formed in close relationships and helps clients explore how early bonds influence current connections and trust - it is often helpful for relationship struggles, intimacy issues, and attachment wounds. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works by identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and is effective for symptoms of anxiety, depression, and many stress-related problems.

Michele approaches choice of method as a collaborative process. She works with each person to determine which approach or combination of approaches best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts the plan over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options including video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent support without geographic barriers. These formats offer flexibility in scheduling, allow sessions to fit into busy lives, and can help clients maintain momentum between in-person commitments while working with licensed professionals and therapists.