I believe therapy can be life-changing.
My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative, supporting individuals to better understand themselves, overcome emotional challenges, and reconnect with their inner strength and resilience.
Together, we will work towards growth, clarity, and a more fulfilling way of living.
About COUNSELLINGWork
At COUNSELLINGWork, I offer a warm, professional, and bespoke therapeutic approach for children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I currently work from both Harley Street and Eastbourne, whilst also supporting clients across the UK and overseas through online therapy sessions.
I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step. Many people come to counselling feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, disconnected, or struggling with difficult life experiences and relationships. My aim is to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can feel genuinely heard, understood, and accepted.
As an Integrative Therapist, I tailor therapy around you as an individual, recognising that no two people or life experiences are ever the same. I work relationally and collaboratively, helping clients explore emotions, understand patterns, develop emotional resilience, and gain greater clarity and self-awareness.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity, relationship difficulties, addiction, grief, low self-esteem, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can provide the opportunity to better understand yourself and create meaningful lasting change.
At COUNSELLINGWork, therapy is not about judgement or pressure — it is about creating a space where you feel emotionally safe enough to explore, reflect, grow, and move forwards at your own pace.
Michaela Sheppard
Member - British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
My Services
In Person or Video
Therapy sessions can be in person, or especially in the case of my overseas or more remote clients, via video. We can discuss on initial consultation which method suits your needs.
HealthyDating (Coming soon)
A new psychotherapy-informed interactive online programme designed to help individuals understand the deeper psychological, emotional, and nervous system patterns that influence dating, attachment, intimacy, and long-term relationships.
Individual Therapy
“You do not have to hold everything together all of the time.”
“Healing starts when you stop facing everything alone.”
“Therapy is not about weakness. It is about self-awareness and growth.”
“There is a reason you feel the way you do.”
Couples Therapy
“Healthy relationships feel safe, not confusing.”
“Attachment wounds often appear most strongly in relationships.”
“Emotional consistency matters.”
“Helping you understand patterns, boundaries and connection.”
Children's Therapy
“Children communicate through behaviour before they can communicate through words.”
“Emotional safety changes everything for a child.”
“Helping children make sense of big feelings.”
“Support, understanding and connection from the inside out.”
Family Therapy
“Families do not need to be perfect to heal.”
“Helping families move from conflict to communication.”
“Sometimes families need support to hear each other differently.”
“Repair begins where blame ends.”
Neurodivergent Children
''Neurodivergent children do not need fixing. They need understanding, safety, and the right support to thrive.”
“Behind every behaviour is a nervous system communicating overwhelm, anxiety, or unmet emotional needs.”
“What looks like defiance is often distress, sensory overload, or emotional overwhelm.”
Teenagers Therapy
“Behind every behaviour is a feeling needing to be understood.”
“Supporting teenagers through anxiety, overwhelm, identity and emotional pressure.”
“Teenagers need connection, not constant criticism.”
“Helping young people feel understood in a world that often overwhelms them.”
Neurodivergent Teenagers
“Different should never mean broken.”
“Helping neurodivergent teenagers understand themselves with confidence and compassion.”
“Masking can leave young people emotionally exhausted.”
“Support for overwhelm, anxiety, identity and emotional regulation.”
Parents Of Neurodivergent Children & Teenagers
“Sometimes behaviour is overwhelm, not defiance.”
“Supporting parents as well as children.”
“Understanding the nervous system changes the way we support young people.”
“Helping families feel calmer, safer and more connected.”
Neurodivergent Adults
“Being misunderstood for years is exhausting.”
“Understanding your neurodivergence can change how you see yourself.”
“Masking survival is still survival.”
“Helping neurodivergent adults understand overwhelm, relationships and identity.”
Addiction Support
“Addiction is often rooted in pain, not failure.”
“Recovery starts with understanding what sits beneath the coping.”
“Healing the trauma often changes the pattern.”
“Support without shame. Therapy with compassion.”
Trauma Therapy
“Trauma changes the nervous system, not your worth.”
“Your survival responses once protected you.”
“Healing is possible when trauma is understood, not judged.”
“The body remembers what the mind tries to move past''
Anxiety & Emotional Overwhelm
“Survival mode is exhausting.”
“Anxiety is often a nervous system overloaded for too long.”
“You are allowed to slow down.”
“Helping you feel calmer, safer and more emotionally regulated.”
Grief, Loss& Bereavement
“Grief is love carrying pain.”
“Loss impacts the mind, body and nervous system.”
“There is no timeline for grief.”
“Sometimes people simply need space to feel.”
Workplace Therapy
“A healthy workplace is not built through pressure. It is built through communication, emotional intelligence, accountability, and trust.”
“Psychological safety is not softness. It is the foundation of healthy accountability, innovation, and sustainable success.”
“Burnout rarely begins with workload alone. It often begins where support, boundaries, and recognition quietly disappear.”
My Approach
Confidential Environment
At COUNSELLINGWork, confidentiality is paramount. We ensure that all discussions and personal information shared during sessions remain private, fostering a trusting therapeutic relationship.
Compassionate Support
Compassion is at the heart of my practice. I strive to create a space where you feel understood and supported throughout your healing process.
Tailored Therapy
I believe in personalized therapy that caters to your specific needs. Each session is customized to help you achieve your goals and navigate your unique challenges.
What My Clients Say
"Michaela has been instrumental in my journey towards healing. The personalized approach and genuine care have made a significant difference in my life."
Anna K.
"I appreciate the guidance and support I've received from Michaela. The sessions have helped me find clarity during difficult times."
Michael R.
"The therapy I received with Michaela created a safe place for me to explore my feelings. I highly recommend her services to anyone seeking support."
Jessica T.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of therapy do you provide?
I provide a variety of therapy services including individual therapy, couples therapy, children's therapy and family therapy, each tailored to meet the distinct needs of my clients.
I would be delighted to have the opportunity of supporting you along your path towards wellbeing and fulfilment, recognising that happiness is in the here and now.
How can I book an appointment?
Booking an appointment is straightforward. You can reach me at my office via phone or email to schedule your initial consultation, and we will work to accommodate your availability.
My therapy rooms are comfortable and are all within close walking distance to various mainline train or tube stations.
Do contact me to discuss your specific needs and how I can help.
What should I expect in a therapy session?
In your therapy session, you can anticipate a welcoming and confidential atmosphere where you can share your thoughts and feelings.
I will listen and collaborate with you to explore solutions and support your personal journey.