HOW I WORK
Here's what working together looks like in practice using my 3-stage model:
1. DOWNLOAD — SHARING your story
We start by giving you space to tell your story. What's brought you here, what patterns you've noticed, what you'd like to change. Naming what isn't working is the first step toward changing it.
2. DEEP-DIVE — MINING FOR GOLD
This is where the real work happens. Using careful questioning, guided visualisation, somatic awareness, attachment exploration and other techniques, we go beneath the surface to uncover the unconscious processes that are playing out in your life and relationships. This is where the most profound shifts occur.
3. ACTION — WHAT WOULD YOU LOVE TO CREATE?
Once we understand who or what has been in the ‘driving seat’, we focus on what you'd love to create instead. Concrete, meaningful, lasting change — not just insight, but a clear path forward. You'll leave with clarity about what you need and the tools to act on it.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ME
My intentions for our work together:
That you feel genuinely heard and seen — without judgement
That you make sense of where you are and what's brought you here
That you find the courage to speak your truth and voice your needs clearly
That you understand how to set and respect healthy boundaries
That you experience honest, meaningful, open-hearted conversations
That you identify what you want to let go of — and what you'd love to create
That you leave our work feeling clear-eyed, confident and connected to your most authentic self — with tools that work
WHAT I ASK OF YOU
The best work happens with those who bring curiosity, openness and a willingness to look at things from new perspectives. It’s important you are ready to take responsibility for yourself and your actions.
The practical commitments that support our work — including my terms regarding attendance, fees and communication between sessions — are set out clearly in The Therapeutic Contract, it’s important you read these.
Setting clear professional, therapeutic boundaries allow us to do great work within a safe framework. Clients who appreciate this way of working tend to be the clients I do my best work with.
THE PROCESS
From first contact to first session:
Get in touch via my contact form
We'll make sure diaries align, and book your Initial Consultation — 60 minutes, £90 — and check availability for ongoing sessions
Complete my Intake Form (sent to you once your date is confirmed — please return at least 24hrs before we meet)
After our Initial Consultation, if we both agree it's a good fit, we’ll confirm ongoing sessions.
If my approach speaks to you and you're ready to begin — I'd love to hear from you.
“The way Michaela put our sessions together was so productive, focused and got to the root causes of everything we spoke about which helped me immensely to gain clarity and perspective.”
“When I first came with my husband I felt sure we would divorce, now I realise that was such an unfounded fear. Counselling has definitely improved our relationship as a couple as well as individuals.”