Michelle Fahey
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About me
Hello, I’m Michelle.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or depressed? Perhaps life feels difficult at the moment and you're feeling uncertain or 'stuck' and not sure which way to turn? Talking with someone can help you make sense of your feelings and find a way forward that feels right for you. I can help you navigate this process. I am a post-graduate level trained and fully qualified BACP counsellor and psychotherapist working from therapy rooms in Epsom and Banstead, and online throughout the UK. I specialise in helping clients with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues and trauma (including domestic abuse).
I am passionate about helping people improve their lives and make long-lasting change. I know that taking the first steps into therapy can feel daunting, whether you are new to the process or an experienced client. You may feel unsure about what’s involved or how to pick the right therapist. I am here to make the process easier.
I work as an integrative therapist; this means I draw on different theories and skills, and apply those that are best suited to you. Alongside therapeutic interventions, I also utilise coaching skills to help you reach your goals. Our sessions will therefore not only focus on present difficulties and the impact of past experiences, but will also look towards the future to help you achieve meaningful change. This approach works really well for clients who not only want to understand their feelings but want to work towards a tangible goal.
Why work with me?
I am warm, friendly and approachable, and take a down-to-earth and compassionate approach to therapy. Like all therapists, I am also non-judgemental, empathic and a good listener. I work with clients from a wide range of backgrounds so am skilled at putting people at ease, using gentle challenge to help you get the most out of your sessions.
I firmly believe that you are the expert on yourself rather than the therapist. This means that I do not give advice or tell you what to do but help you draw on your inner resources so that you gain a greater insight into the difficulties you are experiencing and can find a way forward. I will help you explore whatever you choose to bring to therapy in a way that feels right for you
My aim is to help you develop the skills to cope so that you are better able to understand yourself and live a fulfilled life. Therapy is a collaborative process so I work at your pace in a supportive, safe and compassionate environment where you are free to be yourself.
Prior to training as a therapist, I had a long career in government communications where I led campaigns to help people make meaningful changes to their lives. I can therefore draw on a range of skills and experience to help you achieve the changes you want.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP)
- MSc (ongoing), Integrative Counselling and Coaching, University of East London
- PGDip (Distinction), Integrative Counselling and Coaching, University of East London
- HE Certificate (Distinction), Psychodynamic Counselling, Birkbeck, University of London
- MA (Cantab) in English, Cambridge University
- BA (Hons) in English, Cambridge University
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults, Level 2 qualification
- Training in working with survivors of domestic abuse and trauma-informed therapy
- Personal Consultant (therapist-coach)
I attend training regularly to enhance and develop my clinical skills.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
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Fees
£70.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
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Additional information
I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation where we can discuss what you hope to achieve from therapy and whether I am the right therapist for you. This call enables you to ask any questions you may have and find out a bit more about me and how I work. There is no obligation to commit to therapy following the call.
I offer some concessionary rates.
When I work
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I work Monday-Friday, and can offer some early morning (08.00-09.00), and early evening appointments (18.00-19.00). Please get in touch for further details.
Further information
I work from comfortable therapy rooms in Epsom and Banstead.
