Michelle Freeman

Hi, my name is Michelle. I am a professional Integrative Psychotherapist & Hypnotherapist.  My specialism is working with all kinds of Trauma/PTSD.

I offer a safe and confidential space to allow you to talk about your problems and concerns. I work with Individuals, couples, families and groups . My premises are easily accessible and within walking distance of Lincoln city centre.
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.

This consultation is £35 and lasts around 60 minutes. It works as a two-way assessment, allowing you time to talk about your difficulties and what you would like to achieve from counselling, whilst also giving you chance to meet me and decide if you would like to continue working together.
There is no obligation to book any further sessions.

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.

Following the consultation session, if you want to go ahead with counselling we will generally meet on a weekly basis for a 50 minute session. We can agree on a fixed number of sessions or have an open ended arrangement, subject to regular review.

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.

NOTICE; Due to the ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus - Covid-19, I am offering online counselling sessions via Zoom or Skype if preferred. I am also offering face to face sessions. in a Covid-19 Safe environment.

I offer an initial consultation at a reduced fee of £35.
My sessions are £45
couples £65

Hypnotherapy £60 per session 

EMDR £70 per session

Concessions are given student counsellors £30

I also give concessions to people who have evidence of benefits -negotiable

I offer guided relaxation and meditation  sessions, if required to help to reduce stress or anxiety. Please ask for more details.

My offices are iin the centre of Lincoln and very accessible on foot, by bus or car. There is car parking available at city hall, beaumont fee.

I offer home visits for those who cannot get out. I am located at RAF Scampton .

I offer online counselling via skype

i deliver a number of holistic workshops to promote positive mental health throughout Lincolnshire- Please ask for details