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Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Karen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Karen. View 20 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom

Recent reviews

I do not know how I would of gotten through these past few months without Michelle's support and expertise. I feel so relaxed and understood within my sessions that I am able to talk about anything which enables her to help me the best way possible.

Reviewed July 2024

I cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible support and guidance I have received from Michelle in overcoming anxiety and coping with traumatic life events. I feel heard and understood in a way I never had before. Michelle's compassionate approach, combined with deep expertise, creates a safe space where I could openly discuss my fears and challenges. My therapist's practical techniques and personalized strategies have been instrumental in managing my anxiety. They introduced me to mindfulness practices, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and breathing exercises that have made a tangible difference in my daily life. Michelle's patience and encouragement empowers me to gradually confront and conquer my fears. What truly sets my therapist apart is their genuine commitment to my well-being. They have consistently gone above and beyond to ensure I feel supported, providing valuable insights and tools that I continue to use. Thanks to their dedication, I now approach life with a newfound sense of confidence and calm. I wholeheartedly recommend my therapist to anyone seeking help with anxiety. Their professionalism, empathy, and expertise have profoundly transformed my life, and I am forever grateful for Michelle's support. I have turned to Michelle for support since 2022. Thanks!

Reviewed June 2024

More about Karen

  • 15 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

I am an integrative counsellor with a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology from Keele University in the UK and also an EMDR practitioner. I am an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and adhere to their ethical framework.

I have over 15 years of experience working in the field of counselling and welfare. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, low self esteem, trauma, berevement and loss, relationship issues and career challenges.

I consider my therapy style to be a warm and collaborative one. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and see my role, as your therapist, as a guiding one. One which allows you to explore any issues at your own pace whilst empathically challenging any negative cognitions and hopefully allow you to make some informed choices to improve your overall wellbeing.

At the heart of my approach is the person centred belief that you are the expert on yourself and combined with some cognitive-beharioural and Transactional analysis interventions we will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your individual and specific needs.

With this platform, we’re not limited to weekly sessions-- you can write everyday which gives you a place to express yourself, and I'll be here to listen and provide valuable feedback. We have tools that you can take into your daily life. I'd love to learn more about what you've been struggling with as well as your goals, and how you would like life to change for the better.

I recognise that it takes courage to seek out someone to help you move forward to a more fulfilling and happier life, but by reading the information here you have already taken the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that next step, I am here to support and, more importantly, to empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Anger management Self esteem Blended family issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 039849 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

20 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Support Helped Understanding Anxiety Confidence Helpful Amazing Calm Caring

I do not know how I would of gotten through these past few months without Michelle's support and expertise. I feel so relaxed and understood within my sessions that I am able to talk about anything which enables her to help me the best way possible.

Reviewed July 2024

I cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible support and guidance I have received from Michelle in overcoming anxiety and coping with traumatic life events. I feel heard and understood in a way I never had before. Michelle's compassionate approach, combined with deep expertise, creates a safe space where I could openly discuss my fears and challenges. My therapist's practical techniques and personalized strategies have been instrumental in managing my anxiety. They introduced me to mindfulness practices, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and breathing exercises that have made a tangible difference in my daily life. Michelle's patience and encouragement empowers me to gradually confront and conquer my fears. What truly sets my therapist apart is their genuine commitment to my well-being. They have consistently gone above and beyond to ensure I feel supported, providing valuable insights and tools that I continue to use. Thanks to their dedication, I now approach life with a newfound sense of confidence and calm. I wholeheartedly recommend my therapist to anyone seeking help with anxiety. Their professionalism, empathy, and expertise have profoundly transformed my life, and I am forever grateful for Michelle's support. I have turned to Michelle for support since 2022. Thanks!

Reviewed June 2024

I feel completely at ease with Michelle, she’s such good listener. Michelle has given me back my confidence in life that I didn’t realise I needed. I was struggling to keep up with life two young children, a husband. I will highly recommend Michelle as a therapist.

Reviewed May 2024

Michelle is amazing and has made a significant improvement to my mental health.

Reviewed March 2024

Michelle really understands the level of depressed I've been and has been really gentle with me. It is refreshing to speak to someone impartial with experience which has really helped me

Reviewed March 2024

Michelle has helped greatly with my struggles and has replied to me at all hours of the day. Having somebody professional like her ready to help has been a godsend for me during my difficult times.

Reviewed January 2024

I don’t know how to start. I think anyone would be lucky to have Michelle as their therapist. I had done therapy twice before her and each time it felt like something was missing. Now that I work with her, I know why. She is beyond helpful, caring, and present. She makes me feel like she is truly on my team and is cheering me on while providing me with helpful tools, frameworks, and exercises. She has helped me so much and I could not recommend her enough.

Reviewed November 2023

I have absolutely loved working with Michelle, she’s brilliant x

Reviewed August 2023

Michelle has been really helpful and understanding.

Reviewed May 2023

Michelle has been such a light in my life. This was actually my third time coming back to Betterhelp and I specifically made sure I could have Michelle again. She is an empathetic and caring listener, and my no.1 cheerleader! I always feel amazing after our video calls. Not only is she an expert in creating a safe, non-judgemental space for talk therapy, but she also tailors my homework etc to my likes and passions. I'm creative and she therefore asked me to paint and create things to express how I felt. I've done homework worksheets, painting, journalling, affirmations, EMDR and much more with Michelle! I'm so impressed with the variety of ways she can suggest exploring my emotions. I 110% recommend Michelle - and tbh, will really miss her as I take a break from therapy for a bit.

Reviewed March 2023

Michelle is extremely understanding and very easy to talk to - I have a lot of confidence in her knowledge, experience and expertise which comes through from first meeting - she listens very attentively and helped me understand so much and to feel much more hopeful and calm even after only a short while in counselling with her. Highly recommend Michelle.

Reviewed March 2023

Great therapist in the short time I have known her. Understanding, non judgemental and kind

Reviewed February 2023

Michelle is everything I would want in a therapist; knowledgeable, compassionate, and incredibly present every time we have a session. Anyone would be lucky to be matched with her on the platform and I am really happy to have her support me during my therapy process.

Reviewed January 2023

Michelle is brilliant: professional, knowledgeable, supportively understanding. I had a couple of months with her and felt I was in a good place, it was easy with no pressure to take a break, and now I find myself in need of help again, and I am pleased she is available to work with me. Therapy is good, and Michelle is great.

Reviewed January 2023

Michelle is an excellent listener and always seems to have a way for me to deal with my anxieties or worries. She has been vital to me this last year by helping me deal with a few tricky situations and working on some traumas from my past. Highly reccomend her.

Reviewed January 2023

I think Michelle is very good at her job as atherspist

Reviewed December 2022

I would recommend her to anyone. She uses a variety of techniques depending on what we discuss. She is really friendly but equally direct which is what I asked from her in our first session. She is accommodating with sessions and will even open more slots up if she doesn’t have one available which suits you. Highly recommend:)

Reviewed November 2022

Understands what I am seeking from therapy

Reviewed July 2022

I've only been matched with Michelle for 3 weeks, but even in the first week I knew I had made a good decision. Michelle supported me in engaging with the therapy process in week one. Having the one-on-one video meetings is precious and her ability to give me 'tasks' that help me gain healthy perspective has already improved my mental health, her support is feeding into me improving other aspects of my well-being, too. It took me a while to take the step into therapy, it was an impulse that I choose this BetterHelp platform, but I am thankful that I was matched with Michelle because she is helping me, gradually but realistically, move from a place of negativity and darkness into a place of positivity and light. Thank you Michelle

Reviewed July 2022

Michelle is brilliant, I struggle with managing my emotions and she is giving me practical advice on how to improve.

Reviewed June 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores speak?

Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores speaks English.

How many years of experience does Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores have?

Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores has 15 years of experience.

Where is Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores licensed to practice?

Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

No, Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores offer?

Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores?

Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Karen (Michelle Preferred) Moores?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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