CBT Leeds & Beyond

I worked with Michelle over several months on some long standing problems that were having a negative effect on my life. I had seen a few other therapists prior to this, and I had made some progress in understanding what the basis of my issues was, but through my sessions with Michelle we managed to come up with an action plan of practical steps I could take to actively combat some deep rooted negative thought patterns. Her kind and compassionate nature made me feel completely at ease when discussing things that have always felt difficult in the past, and she has helped me look at my problems from a different perspective. I found our sessions incredibly valuable and she has been perceptive, empathetic and always professional. I now have so much more confidence in myself and my anxiety has greatly decreased, and I know that if the same kind of issues start to affect me again that I have a toolkit of things that work to make me feel better.

I was searching for a CB Therapist to help me work on some long-standing problems so I contacted Michelle and she replied straight away to arrange a consultation. I was not actually entirely sure on what it was I wanted to work on initially, but Michelle guided me through the process. I spent several months with Michelle, working on various different issues. As a result of our work, I had some real "A-Ha" moments which really helped me to make progress and see different perspectives. Michelle gave me a range of practical tasks to complete in the follow up to each session including lots of interesting resources which helped me in a very real and pragmatic manner and that I will be able to use again, throughout my life as and when needed. Michelle has a very kind and caring nature that helps you to feel comfortable and at-ease throughout the sessions. I would absolutely recommend Michelle to anyone seeking therapy and am now a strong advocate for CBT as a tool for improving mental health.   

Therapy can be difficult at times, but I have thoroughly enjoyed my sessions with Michelle. Michelle has a calming and reassuring presence paired with knowledge and expertise in her field. I have learnt so much about CBT and myself during the course of sessions. I felt Michelle truly understood where I was coming from and it was so validating and reassuring to me. The CBT approach offers practical techniques which I continue to implement in order to maintain my wellbeing. Thank you so much for all your help.