Dr. Michaelagh Walker, BACP

Dr. Michaelagh Walker is a counsellor who uses a person-centred way of working to help people facing big life changes. She holds a BACP credential and brings six years of practice experience in the United Kingdom. Her style is warm and interactive and she aims to create a respectful, compassionate space for people to talk things through.

She commonly supports people dealing with grief, relationship issues, low self-esteem and depression. She also works with those finding new direction in midlife, coping with loneliness, and negotiating the emotional impact of ageing and geriatric issues. Practical steps and clear discussion are central to her sessions.

Dr Walker blends Client-Centred Therapy with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to shape sessions around each person. That means she listens first, then suggests ways to spot thought patterns and gently try different responses. Sessions are collaborative and paced to match what someone needs at the time.

Her background includes training at the Inter-Psyche Training Institute and experience with NHS services in Kent and Medway. Over six years she has worked in private practice and NHS settings, developing an approach that combines relational listening with practical tools.

People who come to Dr Walker often want honest conversation and straightforward help to make change. She encourages small steps that build confidence, whether the goal is feeling less stuck, managing grief, or finding new purpose.

How these approaches shape online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on being listened to without judgement and feeling understood. It helps people who need space to make sense of emotions and rebuild confidence through steady, supportive conversation.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers practical steps to try different responses. It is often used for mood concerns, low self-esteem and coping with life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will listen to your goals and preferences and together you will decide which methods to try. That collaborative process means treatments change as needs become clearer and progress is reviewed together.

If you are considering online therapy, check which session formats are currently offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work or caring duties, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some people prefer video for face-to-face conversation, while others choose audio for a quicker phone-style meeting; confirm the available formats when you arrange sessions.