Michaela Duffy , BACP

Michaela Duffy is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who focuses on women's issues such as stress, anxiety and self-esteem. She supports people facing relationship strain, family concerns, parenting pressures and the ups and downs of mood. Michaela approaches sessions with respect for each person's story and strengths. She aims to make taking the first step feel more manageable.

Michaela uses gentle, conversational methods so people can talk through what matters to them. She listens for patterns in relationships and mood and helps people spot small, practical changes that make a difference. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, is one of the approaches she uses to help change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.

She also draws on Client-Centred Therapy, which focuses on the person's own goals and pace. This means sessions are guided by what the client wants to work on. Psychodynamic Therapy is another element in her work, used to look at past experiences that may affect current feelings and reactions.

With three years' professional experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, or BACP, Michaela combines structured tools with open listening. Sessions are offered in English and are delivered online through video, phone, live chat or text messaging. She supports people dealing with issues such as ADHD, panic, body image, guilt and loneliness.

Starting therapy begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling through the site's Start Therapy button. The aim is practical progress and clearer choices, not rushed fixes, so work proceeds at a pace that suits the person.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Client-Centred Therapy places the person and their goals at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens closely and follows what the client wants to explore, helping them build confidence and clarity at their own pace.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It is practical and problem-focused, helping people change patterns that maintain anxiety, low mood or unhelpful reactions.

Psychodynamic Therapy looks at how past experiences and relationships can shape present feelings. It can help people understand recurring patterns and make different choices in relationships and self-care.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Michaela will discuss options and decide together which methods fit a person's needs, goals and preferences. The process is collaborative and adjusts as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat and text messaging. Video lets people use visual cues and fuller conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a discreet check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging suit quick check-ins or people who prefer typing. These options make counselling more flexible and help fit therapy around work, family and daily life.