Hello, my name is Michelle (she/her) and I own and run Athena Counselling (www.athenacounselling.com). I am an integrative counsellor that also specialises in gaming and geek therapy.
If you’re on this website, I’m guessing life is a bit much at the moment? Whether it’s anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, critical self-talk, imposter syndrome or something else, I might be able to help you. I can offer a caring, down to earth, non-judgemental space in which we can work together to explore the what’s and why’s of your current issues.
I trained on and off for about ten years to become a counsellor, taking breaks between courses to work in different areas, however counselling is where my heart is, helping others to make sense of their worlds and now this is my main focus. It was during my studies that I discovered I was able to combine my desire to help people with my love for gaming and geekery and after completing my diploma i have been working on developing my style of 'geek therapy' and putting together workshops to train other counsellors (still a work in progress!)
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Anger management, Depression, Coping with life changes, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) #NCS22-04208
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I've been impressed by her professionalism and how friendly Michelle is. I felt very comfortable early on sharing my concerns and feel that she's been giving good analogies and advice about how to tackle them.
Written on Dec 13, 2024 after therapy with Michelle for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Michelle is incredibly kind snd understanding. She goes above and beyond to help her clients and I could not appraise her enough.
Written on Oct 24, 2024 after therapy with Michelle for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Michelle is very open-minded and creates an atmosphere of comfort and trust where I feel like I can say anything.
Written on Aug 06, 2024 after therapy with Michelle for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Incredible therapist! Has taught me things I will treasure for life! Could not recommend enough!
Written on Jul 01, 2024 after therapy with Michelle for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Michelle is extremely understanding and very easy to talk to, I always feel supported and my needs and goals met. There’s always a goal at the start of each session and problem solving technique is incorporated , to allow you to feel like you can take control and navigate your feelings smoothly. Amazing work :)
Written on Mar 03, 2024 after therapy with Michelle for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and grief
Michelle is absolutely amazing and has been awesome in helping me work through issues. Highly recommend
Written on Feb 14, 2024 after therapy with Michelle for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and adhd