Michelle Fahey

I am currently taking on new clients. I offer daytime sessions from therapy rooms in Epsom and Banstead, and online sessions throughout the UK.

Hello, I’m Michelle.

I am a post-graduate level trained and fully qualified BACP counsellor and psychotherapist working with adults and young people over the age of 16. I am passionate about helping people improve their lives and make long lasting change. Whether you are new to therapy or an experienced client, finding right therapist can feel daunting. I am here to make the process easier.

I work as an integrative therapist; this means I draw on different theories and skills, and apply those that are best suited to you. I can support you with issues ranging from anxiety, depression and low self-esteem to relationship, work and family difficulties. Alongside therapeutic interventions, I also utilise coaching skills to help you reach your goals. This means that our sessions will not only focus on present difficulties and the impact of past experiences, but will also look towards the future to help you achieve meaningful change.

I specialise in helping people who are experiencing difficulties in their relationships - whether it's with your partner, your children, your career or yourself, I will help you make sense of your feelings and find a way forward that feels right for you. 

Why work with me?

Like many therapists, I am non-judgemental, empathic and a good listener. I also take a down-to-earth, friendly and warm approach to therapy and am skilled at putting people at ease. I use humour and gentle challenge, where appropriate, to ensure you get the most out of your sessions and explore whatever you choose to bring to therapy in a way that feels right for you. I do not judge or give advice but help you draw on your inner resources so that you gain a greater insight into the difficulties you are experiencing.

My aim is to help you develop the skills to cope so that you are better able to understand yourself and live a fulfilled life. Therapy is a collaborative process so I work at your pace in a supportive, safe and compassionate environment where you are free to be yourself. 

Prior to training as a therapist, I had a long career in government communications where I led campaigns to help people make meaningful changes to their lives. I can therefore draw on a range of skills and experience to help you achieve the changes you want.

Training and qualifications

• MSc (ongoing), Integrative Counselling and Coaching, University of East London

• PGDip (Distinction), Integrative Counselling and Coaching, University of East London

• HE Certificate (Distinction), Psychodynamic Counselling, Birkbeck, University of London

• MA (Cantab) in English, Cambridge University

• BA (Hons) in English, Cambridge University

• Safeguarding vulnerable adults, Level 2 qualification

• Training in working with survivors of domestic abuse and trauma-informed therapy

• Personal Consultant (therapist-coach)

I attend training regularly to enhance and develop my clinical skills.

I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation where we can discuss what you hope to achieve from therapy and whether I am the right therapist for you. This call enables you to ask any questions you may have and find out a bit more about me and how I work. There is no obligation to commit to therapy following the call.

All sessions are 50 minutes long.