I've been impressed by her professionalism and how friendly Michelle is. I felt very comfortable early on sharing my concerns and feel that she's been giving good analogies and advice about how to tackle them.
Michelle Chapman, NCPS
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Michelle is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Michelle. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
Recent reviews
Michelle is incredibly kind snd understanding. She goes above and beyond to help her clients and I could not appraise her enough.
More about Michelle
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- NCPS
Hello, my name is Michelle (she/her) and I own and run Athena Counselling (www.athenacounselling.com). I am an integrative counsellor that also specialises in gaming and geek therapy.
If you’re on this website, I’m guessing life is a bit much at the moment? Whether it’s anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, critical self-talk, imposter syndrome or something else, I might be able to help you. I can offer a caring, down to earth, non-judgemental space in which we can work together to explore the what’s and why’s of your current issues.
I trained on and off for about ten years to become a counsellor, taking breaks between courses to work in different areas, however counselling is where my heart is, helping others to make sense of their worlds and now this is my main focus. It was during my studies that I discovered I was able to combine my desire to help people with my love for gaming and geekery and after completing my diploma i have been working on developing my style of 'geek therapy' and putting together workshops to train other counsellors (still a work in progress!)
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Coaching
Addictions
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Anger management
Depression
Coping with life changes
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Licenses
- NCPS · United Kingdom · NCS22-04208 · Expires October 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Michelle Chapman
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I've been impressed by her professionalism and how friendly Michelle is. I felt very comfortable early on sharing my concerns and feel that she's been giving good analogies and advice about how to tackle them.
Michelle is incredibly kind snd understanding. She goes above and beyond to help her clients and I could not appraise her enough.
Michelle is very open-minded and creates an atmosphere of comfort and trust where I feel like I can say anything.
Incredible therapist! Has taught me things I will treasure for life! Could not recommend enough!
Michelle has helped me exponentially understand my struggles and how to navigate them as well as providing a non judgemental avenue for me to speak. I would highly recommend her.
Michelle is extremely understanding and very easy to talk to, I always feel supported and my needs and goals met. There’s always a goal at the start of each session and problem solving technique is incorporated , to allow you to feel like you can take control and navigate your feelings smoothly. Amazing work :)
Michelle is absolutely amazing and has been awesome in helping me work through issues. Highly recommend
Michelle i feel is the first therapist i’ve had since i was a kid that has actually helped me and listened to me properly. I’d highly recommend her to anyone
Michelle made me feel safe and supported. I started therapy due to feelings of shame but I felt completely comfortable telling her about things I had done. She also gave me some useful knowledge of theories and frameworks I can take forward in my life. Thank you Michelle.
Frequently asked questions
Does Michelle Chapman offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Michelle Chapman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Michelle Chapman speak?
Michelle Chapman speaks English.
How many years of experience does Michelle Chapman have?
Michelle Chapman has 3 years of experience.
Where is Michelle Chapman licensed to practice?
Michelle Chapman is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Michelle Chapman accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Michelle Chapman does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Michelle Chapman?
Michelle Chapman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Michelle Chapman?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.