Michelle Tan

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Psychosexual & Couples/Relationship Therapist MCOSRT, MBA

About me

When communication breaks down, it chips away at intimacy and soon that becomes difficult too.  Is it too late for therapy?
I hear this question often. The honest answer is—if you’re here and open to giving it a real try, then it’s probably not too late.

Reaching out for support is a brave and meaningful first step on the path to healing. You don’t have to do it alone.

Therapy is a collaborative process, and if you’re willing to commit, we’ll work together to address the issues and find a path forward. That said, starting sooner rather than later often leads to better outcomes—so the earlier you reach out, the more space we have to make meaningful progress

I'm a qualified Couples/Relationship and Psychosexual Therapist based in Winchester, offering support to individuals and couples navigating emotional, relational, and sexual difficulties. I have experience working across the NHS, charity sector, and private practice, providing specialist individual counselling, couples therapy, marriage counselling, psychotherapy, and psychosexual (sex) therapy.

For Individual Psychosexual Therapy, we will work towards what issues are troubling you and how it is presenting in your daily life and relationships. It is “peeling the onion” to find the main reasons and similarly learning more about yourself, the triggers, your past and how it surfaces in your life. We will draw out a treatment plan and provide techniques to best suit you and work together to resolve them. 

For Couples Therapy, in most cases, both partners contribute to the tension in the relationship. So when we address the couple, we have to address the individuals. In couples therapy, you’ll learn more about yourself, your triggers, and your past and how that affects your partner. We will draw out a treatment plan and provide useful easy to use techniques to best suit you and work together to resolve them. 

Together, we can gently explore the issues that may be affecting your confidence, connection, or sexual wellbeing in a safe and respectful space.

As an integrative therapist, I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs—because I believe every person and relationship is unique. I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental environment where you can feel heard and understood. While I bring empathy and openness, I also believe in solutions and resolutions. In my work, I often use the phrase “peeling the onion” gently uncovering the layers to find the root of pain or anxiety. My aim is to help you move forward—whether that’s gaining clarity, breaking unhelpful patterns, or building more fulfilling ways of relating to yourself and others.

Having lived and worked in different countries throughout the Asia Pacific, I understand the challenges of settling into a new culture—feeling isolated, misunderstood, or overwhelmed. My international background enables me to connect with a wide range of cultural and religious perspectives, especially around sex and relationships, which are often shaped by complex values and expectations.

Clients often describe me as warm and approachable, yet gently challenging when needed. I work with care to help you uncover the roots of your pain, gain insight, and grow the confidence to create meaningful and lasting change

 My specialisms are:

  • Relationship conflict /Communication breakdown
  • Sexual dysfunctions, including arousal difficulties
  • Sexual pain (Dyspareunia), Vaginismus and Anorgasmia
  • Erectile Dysfunction
  • Premature (Rapid) Ejaculation
  • Low/no desire
  • Young adults
  • Trauma
  • Relationship issues, including infidelity, betrayal, conflict and communication
  • Sexual compulsivity, including porn and sex workers
  • BDSM/Kink/Fetishes and Fantasies
  • Sexuality and Gender
  • Open relationships, Consensual non-monogamy (CNM) and Polyamory
  • Intimacy and Attachment issues
  • General Anxiety and depression

Training, qualifications & experience

  • London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy Level 5
  • London Foundation Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy Level 3
  • MBA

Member organisations

COSRT
College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists (COSRT)

COSRT is the UK’s leading membership organisation for therapists specialising in sexual and relationship issues.

All members must abide by their Code of Ethics and the performance of accredited members is regularly monitored.

Areas of counselling I deal with

Other areas of counselling I deal with

  • Sexual dysfunctions, including arousal difficulties
  • Sexual pain (Dyspareunia), Vaginismus and Anorgasmia
  • Erectile Dysfunction
  • Premature (Rapid) Ejaculation
  • Low/no desire
  • Young adults
  • Trauma
  • Relationship issues, including infidelity, betrayal, conflict and communication
  • Sexual compulsivity, including porn and sex workers
  • BDSM/Kink/Fetishes and Fantasies
  • Sexuality and Gender
  • Open relationships, Consensual non-monogamy (CNM) and Polyamory
  • Intimacy and Attachment issues
  • General Anxiety and depression

Therapies offered

Fees

£70.00 - £90.00

Additional information

Individual - (60 minutes) Appointment £70

Couples - (60 minutes) Appointment £90

I offer 15-minute introductory calls for £25 which can be deducted off your next session. 

Top Floor, 19 Southgate Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9EB

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples

Key details

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My room is on the 3rd floor and unfortunately no lifts in the building.

Additional languages

Cantonese
Mandarin

Online platforms

Google Meet
Microsoft Teams
Zanda
Zoom

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