Michala Cherry, BACP

Michala Cherry is a UK-licensed therapist with six years of professional experience who supports people working through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and grief and loss. She combines practical, evidence-informed methods with a warm, nonjudgmental manner to help clients explore difficult feelings and build clearer ways of coping.

Working from a collaborative stance, Michala encourages open conversation so thoughts and emotions can be expressed without fear of criticism. She places value on the courage it takes to start therapy and focuses on creating a supportive space where clients can set goals, learn new skills, and move toward greater wellbeing.

Michala holds the BACP credential, which means she is affiliated with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and follows recognised professional standards of practice. Whether someone is facing ongoing anxiety, recovering from past harm, or processing loss, she aims to offer steady guidance and practical strategies that fit each person’s needs and pace.

Evidence-based approaches for online work with Michala

Michala uses a range of evidence-based techniques tailored to the concerns a person brings. She employs skills-focused, thought-and-behaviour approaches that help identify unhelpful patterns and teach practical strategies for managing anxiety and stress. These methods are useful for everyday coping, symptom reduction, and building resilience.

She also uses trauma-informed ways of working that prioritise safety and pacing while helping people process difficult experiences and their impact. For clients seeking direction and concrete change, Michala integrates coaching-oriented strategies to set goals, track progress, and develop actionable steps toward improved wellbeing.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Michala works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She discusses options openly and adjusts methods as therapy progresses.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make therapy more flexible and accessible for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or those living further away. These formats allow consistent care, easier scheduling, and the ability to receive support from familiar surroundings while working with licensed professionals and therapists.