Michelle Dunne

Michelle Dunne is a Person-Centred therapist and a Registered Member of the BACP (registration 409716) who works in line with the BACP Ethical Framework. She has three years of experience supporting people with stress, anxiety, family conflict, grief and loss, and depression.

She creates an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgement. Michelle works with clients to take the first steps toward change, offering support and empowerment throughout that journey.

Being heard in a warm, compassionate and accepting space is central to her approach. Michelle sets aside time for each person to be how they need to be - without judgement or anyone else’s agenda.

Through mindful listening and thoughtful feedback she helps clients explore and untangle the challenges that arise while navigating a fast-paced and uncertain world. This work aims to foster deeper self-understanding and to enable clients to feel more able to make changes in their lives.

Michelle values the therapeutic relationship as a key factor in achieving effective outcomes and is committed to providing a caring and respectful presence in therapy.

In previous careers she supported people experiencing crises and trauma, including sudden and violent deaths. Grief and loss remain areas close to her heart, and she finds that offering space to grieve alongside someone can bring comfort and gradual movement toward healing.

As a late-diagnosed autistic woman, Michelle particularly enjoys working with neurodivergent people and with diverse backgrounds and family configurations. Her own path has included both same-sex and heterosexual relationships, and she describes herself as a seasoned step-mother. While she has no personal experience of polyamorous relationships, she is enjoying working with that client base and is open to learning more.

Outside of her counselling work Michelle likes to walk and spend time with her three dogs, and she loves travelling and sunshine. She feels grateful to work with people who are willing to be vulnerable and hopes to meet you soon.

Qualifications include BEd (Hons); QTS English and Education - Cambridge University; CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling; CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling; CPCAB Level 3 Counselling Studies; APT Level 2 Motivational Interviewing DBT; NCFE Level 2 Counselling Skills; Level 3 Diploma in Policing; and Level 3 Certificate in Safeguarding (Vulnerable Adult and Children). Continuing professional development certificates include GDPR, Equality, Diversity and Discrimination, and Suicide Awareness. Public liability insurance is held and she is a Registered Member of the BACP (409716).