Michaela Probert, BACP

Michaela commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, and then choose actions based on what matters most. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and coping with life changes. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a practical method for spotting unhelpful thinking and testing new responses to reduce distress and improve sleep and daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and situation. Sessions can mix practical exercises, reflective conversation and mindfulness depending on what is most useful at the time.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that helps, phone work can be easier when movement or lower bandwidth is needed, and messaging suits brief check-ins or ongoing support between meetings. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into work, childcare or other busy schedules while still getting consistent care from registered or accredited professionals.