Find the right therapy, with help from a qualified therapist
Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming - especially if you’ve never had therapy before.
It’s hard to know where to start, and you end up searching through long lists of profiles that all start to sound a bit similar. It can feel like you’re picking at random and hoping for the best - but getting support for your mental health deserves more than that.
There’s no algorithm here and no AI matching - just a real human.
I’m Michelle, a qualified and experienced counsellor. I’ll help you explore your options and find the therapy that feels right for you.
I will help you navigate directories, sift through the jargon and acronyms, and simplify your search, so that you can spend your time and energy focusing on what you need.
Here’s how it works
Share what’s on your mind with an experienced counsellor
2. Gain clarity on how to get what you need out of therapy
3. Explore trusted therapist recommendations, tailored to your needs
A 30-minute guidance call is £30. There’s no commitment afterwards - it’s simply a space to talk and get clearer on your next steps, so you can decide what feels right.
My aim is simple: to take the stress out of an already stressful situation.
I want to help you feel calmer, clearer, and more confident in your search for a therapist.
What is Counselling Connect?
Counselling Connect has been developed by an experienced counsellor who understands the minefield of trying to find the right therapist, especially when you’re time-poor and already feeling, well, not at your best.
There are many different types of therapy, many approaches and styles - and many many acronyms.
They are often described in different ways by different people, so it isn’t always obvious which might suit you - or what these differences really mean in practice, especially if you’re new to therapy.
Counselling directories are full of excellent therapists, but it’s often hard to know where to start.
It can feel overhwelming, which is the opposite of how it’s supposed to feel.
For less than the cost of a therapy session, I can help you make sense of it all and give you a clear, confident head start. I can also connect you to my network of trusted, reliable counsellors.
Whether you’re looking for individual therapy, child or adolescent therapy, family or relationship / couples therapy, I can help you clarify what you’re looking for and where to begin looking.
How it works
Therapy Guidance Call
(30 mins - £30)
We’ll talk through what’s bringing you to therapy, what you’re unsure about, and what might matter most for you when choosing a therapist.
I can answer any questions you may have and help you understand what to look for, what the different terms mean, and how to approach counselling directories with more confidence and clarity - whether you choose to find someone yourself or not.
Optional Personalised Matching and Recommendation (£50)
If you like, I can use my professional network to suggest 2–3 suitable therapists, based on what we’ve discussed in your Therapy Guidance Call.
This can save you the frustration of waiting for replies, being told someone isn’t available, or discovering after a first session that the fit isn’t quite right.
While I can’t promise a perfect match (although I’ll try my best) and I can’t co-ordinate diaries, I will take the time to understand what you’re looking for and suggest therapists who may be able to help you with your specific needs.
By tapping into my personal network, I will be giving you recommendations of therapists who are experienced, trusted and reliable.
There is no obligation to move forward with them, but you will be given options to explore in your own way, in your own time.
What to expect
A human, an experienced counsellor - no algorithm and absolutely no AI.
Clear, jargon‑free guidance on how to move forward with your search.
A safe space for all your questions.
A response within 24 hours (Monday - Friday).
No pressure, no obligation, no ongoing commitment.
Just simple, genuine support from someone who has been in your shoes.
Contact
Get in touch to discuss your needs further and begin your therapy journey, or feel free to book an appointment directly: