Michelle Corrigan , BACP

Michelle Corrigan practices as an integrative counsellor who draws on person-centered and humanistic traditions to support people in the here and now. Her work focuses on exploring what has led someone to their present experience, using verbal dialogue and sometimes energetic or creative methods to uncover what is blocking growth and how practical change can be implemented.

Her approach is warm and interactive, and she treats each person as an individual. Sessions consider both the outer world - the circumstances that cause distress - and the inner world - how thoughts, emotions and the body respond, noting that stress can be stored physically as well as mentally.

Rooted in person-centered and humanistic theory, Michelle is an integrative practitioner informed by Gestalt practice and with experience in yoga and shamanic work. She adapts methods to suit the uniqueness of each person she works with and aims to provide a supportive, empowering space for exploration. Michelle is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom.

She recognises the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling life and aims to hold space and offer support for those who choose to take steps toward change.

Therapeutic approaches and what online sessions offer

Michelle integrates client-centered therapy into her practice, which means the focus is on the individual's experience and on creating a respectful, empathetic environment where people feel heard and understood. This approach supports issues such as self-esteem, life changes, and coping with stress.

Attachment-based therapy is used to explore how early relationships influence current patterns in close relationships, helping with issues like abandonment, attachment difficulties, and relationship conflicts. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is also part of her toolkit for working with couples and relational distress, helping people identify and shift emotional patterns to improve connection.

Finding the right approach is collaborative - the therapist and the person seeking support work together to identify which methods suit the individual's needs, goals, and preferences. Michelle adapts techniques from these approaches to create a tailored plan rather than prescribing a single method.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility by allowing sessions via video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, to access support from different locations within the United Kingdom, and to choose the mode of communication that feels most comfortable for the person seeking help. Licensed professionals can deliver effective, consistent care through these options while working collaboratively with each person to meet their goals.