Rate Michelle Freeman

Hi, my name is Michelle. I am a professional Integrative Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist and EMDR practitioner. My specialism is working with all kinds of Trauma/PTSD. I work Integratively using Person -Centred, CBT , Psychodynamic and Solution Focussed Therapy. Iam also a Mindfulness practitioner and find it really helpful to my clients. I have worked with domestic Abuse and have considerable experience. When working with clients , I tend to go with what the client needs at the time and can work with Adults, young people and couples.

I offer a safe and confidential space to allow you to talk about your problems and concerns..

I am a PTSD practitioner and Psychotherapist and can offer short or long term therapy depending upon your needs. If you are suffering from symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, reliving memories, dissociation etc.... As a Hypnotherapist I can help with a variety of problems.

I can help with a range of issues including;

Anger

Anxiety

Abuse of all kinds

Bereavement

Domestic abuse

self esteem and confidence

phobias

Relationship difficulties

Stress

Trauma/PTSD/Complex PTSD

Childhood trauma.

Work related problems

Sleep problems

Coping with mental illness

Counselling is about relationships: your relationships with friends, family, colleagues and yourself, and also your therapeutic relationship with your counsellor. I will work in partnership alongside you, supporting you to explore your difficulties and helping you to achieve your aims or goals.

Our counselling relationship will be non-judgemental, genuine, honest and open, which is also made safe by confidentiality. You will be listened to and respected. I will aim to understand your world as you experience it, see things from your perspective and work with you at a pace that is comfortable and safe for you. Through this shared journey comes understanding and insight, which I believe is the first step towards change or acceptance.

As an alternative to talking therapy, I can use creative exploration to meet the communication needs of each unique person.

If you feel counselling could be helpful for you, then the next step is to contact me for a consultation session.

I believe the key to successful therapy is that client and counsellor are able to connect with each other. The relationship jointly developed between client and counsellor is at the heart of the counselling process and very important to the outcome of therapy therefore; I believe it is very important to find a counsellor with whom you feel comfortable and who you feel you can trust.

Why Counselling?

Life is full of change, however we often ignore or attempt to resist change either consciously or unconsciously. It is no wonder, because change can often feel like loss, or a giving up of something. However, understanding change as a normal part of life, and embracing the challenges it brings will ultimately help us to grow and tap into inner resources we never thought we had. In this sense, change can be a positive thing in our lives..

Take the first step…

Whether you are just curious about your life and where it is going or want insight into your behaviour and relationships with others; have had to deal with a difficult issue like a sudden loss, trauma or bereavement; have been experiencing more stress or anxiety in your life than usual; have difficulty balancing the demands and pressures of work and life; or just want some focussed, expert help on life goals and your future path, then Counselling may be for you.