Mika Felstead, NCPS

Mika Felstead is an accredited counsellor based in the United Kingdom with over five years of professional experience helping people navigate family conflicts, grief and loss - including pet bereavement - and broader life transitions as well as everyday worries. She works from a pluralistic stance, which places the client at the centre of each session and draws on different methods to suit what the person brings that day. Sessions progress at the client’s pace, with Mika listening without judgement and treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Mindfulness is available as part of her work when it may help clients stay calmer in stressful moments. Mika offers flexible appointment times so therapy can fit around changing schedules rather than forcing a fixed weekly slot. She is a member of the NCPS, indicating membership of a professional counselling organisation and adherence to its code of ethics, and she maintains continuing professional development and regular supervision to support her practice.

Mika aims to respond to messages within 24 hours on weekdays and to reply to messages received at the weekend on the next working day. She recognises that beginning therapy takes courage and supports people at their own pace as they take that first step.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Mika Felstead draws from client-centered and mindfulness approaches to tailor online therapy to each person’s needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a collaborative relationship where the client’s own goals and values guide the work - it is useful for exploring relationships, self-esteem, and life changes. Mindfulness Therapy teaches practical awareness and grounding techniques to help manage stress and strong emotions and can be beneficial during moments of anxiety or grief.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mika works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods feel most helpful, adapting session content and techniques to match individual goals and preferences rather than applying a single model to everyone.

Online therapy with Mika can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people balancing work, family, or other commitments. These options make it easier to access ongoing support from registered professionals without needing to travel, and they allow therapy to fit into varied routines and life circumstances.