Michelle Burke, BACP
Michelle Burke is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain and depression.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Parenting issues
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About Michelle
Michelle Burke is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain and depression. She is a BACP professional with four years of clinical experience. Michelle aims to make first sessions feel straightforward and calm for someone seeking change.
She focuses on helping people adjust to life changes and rebuild motivation and self-esteem. Conversations are shaped around what matters to each person, not a fixed script.
Background and approach
Michelle uses a psychodynamic approach to look at patterns that keep causing pain or confusion. Sessions tend to be a mix of talking and reflecting on what comes up between meetings. She works with issues like attachment, abandonment, blended family concerns, and the strain of caregiving.
Practical topics such as money stress, communication breakdowns and separation are also addressed in plain terms. Michelle aims to treat people with respect, sensitivity and compassion. She tailors the pace of therapy to fit each person’s needs and capacity.
Over time the focus can shift as goals and circumstances evolve. Her approach is collaborative: goals are agreed together and reviewed as work proceeds. People who want to understand recurring relationship patterns, reduce anxiety, or feel steadier through life changes often find this kind of work useful.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 406499 | September 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Michelle works with
Everything Michelle lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Money and financial issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Michelle lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Choosing the right way of working is a shared process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences and how therapy is going. Together they decide whether to focus on longer exploration of patterns or shorter practical support, and they adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online formats available include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls are good for a face-to-face feel across distance. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging suit brief check-ins or people who find it easier to write than speak. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, caring duties and busy lives, and they provide flexible ways to keep continuity between sessions.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Michelle help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship problems. She also helps with parenting strain, self-esteem and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Michelle uses a psychodynamic approach that looks at repeating patterns and emotions beneath current problems. Sessions are conversational and reflective, aiming to make links between past experiences and present difficulties.
What is her professional background?
She has four years of professional experience working with the issues listed in her profile. Her work emphasises sensitive, respectful dialogue and tailoring the pace to each person.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
In what formats are sessions available?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This gives flexibility for short check-ins or longer conversations.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact cost varies with location and therapist availability.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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