Kind To Yourself Counselling

Supporting you to find the clarity you want & a deeper understanding of yourself.

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Welcome to Kind to Yourself Counselling

My Name is Michelle Oates, I’m here to help you get your life back on track in anyway I can. I offer counselling for Rochford, Southend and the Essex area.

I work both face to face and online, I also provide walk and talk therapy. The type of therapy or counselling you choose should be that with which you feel most comfortable.

About Michelle

Counselling For Rochford, Southend And Essex

Taking that first step towards counselling can be daunting I know. Reaching out to find the right counsellor for you is a huge first step and one I hope I can make easier by offering you an initial free 15 minute consultation to see if I am the right person for you. If you’re happy, my sessions are £50 for 50 minutes there after.

  • A Safe Space To Talk
  • Get To Know Yourself Better
  • Learn Ways To Handle Stress
  • Help Build Stronger Relationships
  • Take Steps Toward Positive Change
How Can I Help?
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A Place To Feel Safe
  • “I cannot recommend Michelle highly enough. Throughout some of my darkest days, when self-doubt and uncertainty loomed large, Michelle was a huge support. Her exceptional listening skills and patience made every session a safe space where I felt truly heard and understood. Michelle’s approachable demeanor made it easy to open up and with her guidance, I found clarity and strength, and I am grateful for the security and comfort she provided during such challenging times”
  • “I had the opportunity to talk with Michelle when I was going through a particularly tough time in my life. I got so much out of my sessions. Michelle made sure that I felt safe to talk about anything, and to feel and express my emotions in anyway I needed to. Having the opportunity to talk through and process my difficulties has given me skills and the whole experience was a massive boost to my mental health.
    Thank You     – Gwen”
  • “From my very first session with Michelle, I felt completely at ease. Michelle is very open, easy to talk to and she treated our sessions with care and respect. I felt listened to and I trusted her with everything I said. Michelle helped me make sense of situations which seemed confusing and I stopped feeling like I had to find answers on my own; she guided me in a sensitive way to think differently. Michelle helped me to see things I had not considered before and that understanding and awarenss has helped me immeasurably. Leaving each session, I felt lifted and able to face the week and challenges ahead. Even now, I still remind myself of some of Michelle’s words, especially the one of being kind to myself. Although situations around me may not have changed, how I react to these situations has shifted and I am indeed kinder to myself. I feel more able to handle things and I feel more control of my life. I would have no hesitation in seeking help from Michelle again if the need arose and would definitely recommend her person-centred counselling services to others in need – MH“

Therapy To Suit Your Needs

I offer traditional forms of counselling for all kinds of issues you might be having in your life. My room is a comfortable, safe and private space for you to come to and spend your session working with me to help get your life back on track, or to help find out why certain things make you feel the way you do.

If the thought of coming to a room is a bit intimidating, I also offer Walk and Talk therapy. This is a less formal type of counselling which some people prefer. The distraction and pleasures of being out in nature and the natural environment, can help to lessen anxiety and walls that prevent you from being able to open up.

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Based in Rochford, I offer counselling services for Southend, the wider Essex area, and beyond. Whether you’re seeking help for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply need someone to talk to, I’m here to support you in a safe and secure environment, every step of the way.

How Can I Help?

My Walk and Talk therapy sessions are perfect for clients who feel more comfortable moving and talking in an open environment. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, or simply need a new perspective, spending time outdoors can help you feel more at ease while working through life’s challenges.

Walk And Talk Therapy

“It’s often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.” – HRH Queen Elizabeth II