Michelle Preston, BACP

Michelle Preston is a United Kingdom based therapist registered with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and brings five years of professional experience to her work. She focuses on supporting people through stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, struggles with motivation, low self-esteem and confidence, and depression. Her approach emphasizes creating an open, non-judgmental space where thoughts and emotions can be explored honestly and without fear.

Michelle sees the decision to seek therapy as a courageous first step toward a more fulfilling life and aims to walk alongside clients as they make changes that matter to them. She blends listening with practical support to help clients articulate goals, build coping skills, and strengthen resilience. Throughout the process she prioritizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, offering encouragement and guidance while empowering clients to find their own path forward. Michelle’s practice is focused on helping people navigate difficult transitions and develop greater clarity, confidence, and wellbeing.

Therapeutic approaches for online support and connection

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action toward them while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, low motivation, and challenges that arise during life changes.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationship patterns shape emotional responses and interpersonal challenges. It supports people working through grief, relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns, and attachment-related struggles by building awareness and new ways of relating.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Michelle works collaboratively with clients to identify what fits best for their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors techniques and pacing to each person, combining listening and practical tools so therapy feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to attend sessions around work, family, and other commitments. These options help clients maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for them while working with registered professionals and therapists.