Michala Cherry, BACP

Michala Cherry is a United Kingdom based therapist with six years of professional experience and a commitment to supporting people through difficult life challenges. She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which indicates membership in the national professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. Michala works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, anger, addictions, issues related to sexuality and intimacy, eating and sleeping problems, parenting and family dynamics, self-esteem and career transitions, as well as mood conditions such as depression and bipolar and neurodiverse needs such as ADHD.

Her practice emphasises an open, non-judgmental atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely. She aims to help clients identify practical ways to manage symptoms, process difficult experiences, and build skills for more fulfilling relationships and everyday life. Michala also offers coaching and support for compassion fatigue, and she is comfortable working with international clients in English. Taking the first step toward change can feel daunting, and Michala offers steady, collaborative support to help people move toward greater wellbeing and resilience.

Evidence-Based Techniques for Effective Online Support

Michala uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person's needs. One approach focuses on structured, goal-oriented work that helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies to change behaviours and reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Another approach is trauma-informed work that prioritises safety and paced processing of painful experiences, helping people reduce the impact of trauma on their daily lives and relationships.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Michala collaborates with clients to determine what fits best. She welcomes discussion about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting style and techniques as therapy progresses to best support each person’s recovery and growth.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility: sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into a busy life or to work with a registered professional from another location. These options increase accessibility and help maintain continuity of care while accommodating different communication preferences.