Michelle Dunne, BACP
Person-centred therapist for life transitions
- Warm and nonjudgmental
- Supports diverse relationships
- Offers online sessions
About Michelle Dunne
Michelle Dunne is a person-centred therapist who offers compassionate, nonjudgmental support for people facing stress, anxiety, family conflict, grief and depression. She creates an open space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings at their own pace, and she encourages self-understanding and practical change through attentive listening and reflective feedback.
Michelle draws on training in education and counselling to guide her work. She holds a BEd (Hons) in English and Education from Cambridge University and a Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, and she is a registered member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Her professional development also includes qualifications in motivational interviewing and a range of counselling certificates and continuing professional development topics.
Grief, loss and sudden bereavement are areas Michelle has particular experience with, and she has worked with people affected by crisis and trauma. As a late-diagnosed autistic woman, she welcomes neurodivergent clients and values diverse backgrounds, family structures and relationship styles. She also supports people with relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, parenting and career challenges, and issues relating to self-esteem and life transitions.
Outside of therapy Michelle enjoys walking, travel and time with her three dogs. She approaches counselling as a collaborative process - offering warmth, acceptance and practical support to help people move toward greater wellbeing.
Michelle draws on training in education and counselling to guide her work. She holds a BEd (Hons) in English and Education from Cambridge University and a Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, and she is a registered member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Her professional development also includes qualifications in motivational interviewing and a range of counselling certificates and continuing professional development topics.
Grief, loss and sudden bereavement are areas Michelle has particular experience with, and she has worked with people affected by crisis and trauma. As a late-diagnosed autistic woman, she welcomes neurodivergent clients and values diverse backgrounds, family structures and relationship styles. She also supports people with relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, parenting and career challenges, and issues relating to self-esteem and life transitions.
Outside of therapy Michelle enjoys walking, travel and time with her three dogs. She approaches counselling as a collaborative process - offering warmth, acceptance and practical support to help people move toward greater wellbeing.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Motivational Interviewing
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michelle Dunne have?
Michelle Dunne has three years of counselling experience.
Is Michelle Dunne a registered therapist?
Yes. She is a registered member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - registration number 409716.
In which languages does Michelle Dunne provide therapy?
Michelle provides therapy in English.
Where is Michelle Dunne located?
Michelle is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Michelle Dunne as my therapist?
You can work with Michelle through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michelle Dunne work with international clients?
Yes. Michelle works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michelle Dunne cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and Michelle's 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 straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Client-Centred and Motivational Approaches for Online Therapy
Michelle uses client-centred therapy to place the individual at the heart of the process - offering empathic listening, acceptance and space so people can explore feelings and make sense of their experience. This approach is helpful for issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and relationship concerns where being heard supports self-understanding and change.She also draws on motivational interviewing, a collaborative style that helps people clarify their own reasons for change and strengthen motivation. Motivational interviewing can be especially useful for managing addictions, making lifestyle or career shifts, and overcoming ambivalence about change.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Michelle works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences, and she adapts her style as the relationship and work develop.
Online therapy with Michelle is offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, to connect from different locations, and to continue therapeutic work during life transitions or periods when attending in person is difficult.