Michelle Copley, BACP
Integrative counsellor for trauma and relationships
- Collaborative approach
- CBT and DBT
- Online sessions available
About Michelle Copley
Michelle Copley is an integrative counsellor who qualified in 2011 and brings a broad clinical background to work with a wide range of concerns including trauma - including PTSD - grief, relationship difficulties, opioid and alcohol addiction, parenting challenges, self-harm and suicidal thoughts, depression and anxiety. She combines practical therapeutic techniques with a collaborative manner to help clients gain insight and take meaningful steps forward.
Her style is engaging and client-focused, aimed at making the counselling journey approachable while ensuring each person feels respected and understood. As an integrative practitioner she draws on a variety of methods and tailors a personalised treatment plan according to what clients say and how they feel, so the approach fits individual goals and circumstances. She also uses a psycho-educational method that keeps sessions conversational, explains relevant therapies, and equips clients with tools and understanding to apply beyond therapy.
Michelle’s main methods include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which addresses thought and behaviour patterns, and Transactional Analysis (TA), which explores interpersonal dynamics; she also uses Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) among other modalities. She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and has significant experience delivering both face-to-face and remote sessions. Since the onset of Covid she has practised exclusively online, as many clients prefer the convenience and reduced travel time of receiving support from their own surroundings. Michelle approaches the start of therapy as a helping hand offering support, guidance and empowerment to help clients get back on track.
Her style is engaging and client-focused, aimed at making the counselling journey approachable while ensuring each person feels respected and understood. As an integrative practitioner she draws on a variety of methods and tailors a personalised treatment plan according to what clients say and how they feel, so the approach fits individual goals and circumstances. She also uses a psycho-educational method that keeps sessions conversational, explains relevant therapies, and equips clients with tools and understanding to apply beyond therapy.
Michelle’s main methods include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which addresses thought and behaviour patterns, and Transactional Analysis (TA), which explores interpersonal dynamics; she also uses Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) among other modalities. She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and has significant experience delivering both face-to-face and remote sessions. Since the onset of Covid she has practised exclusively online, as many clients prefer the convenience and reduced travel time of receiving support from their own surroundings. Michelle approaches the start of therapy as a helping hand offering support, guidance and empowerment to help clients get back on track.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michelle Copley have?
Michelle Copley has 12 years of experience.
Is Michelle Copley a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Michelle Copley provide therapy?
Michelle provides therapy in English.
Where is Michelle Copley located?
Michelle is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Michelle Copley as my therapist?
Clients can work with Michelle through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michelle Copley work with international clients?
Michelle Copley does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michelle Copley cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, they can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Support
Michelle integrates several evidence-informed approaches into online work to suit different needs. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, sleep problems and other concerns. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for intense emotions, self-harm urges and relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and the client’s own resources, supporting self-exploration, self-esteem and coping with life changes.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Michelle works with each client to explore goals, preferences and presenting issues and then tailors a plan that may combine methods. This collaborative stance helps ensure the approach fits the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
Online therapy with Michelle is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit work, family and mobility needs. Many clients find that remote sessions make it easier to attend appointments, reduce travel time and allow therapy to be integrated into daily life while still working with registered professionals and experienced therapists.