When anxiety feels overwhelming or confidence has taken a knock, it can be hard to find your balance. Perhaps old experiences still affect your daily life, or you notice yourself always being there for everyone else but rarely for yourself.
I'm Michele Hunt, an NCPS Accredited Counsellor based in Croxley Green, Rickmansworth. I offer counselling and EMDR therapy for adults, both in person and online.
I don't believe there is one approach that suits everyone. Instead, I take the time to understand you, your experiences and what has brought you here. Together, we'll find a way of working that feels right for you, moving at a pace that feels comfortable and without any pressure to share more than you're ready to.
Whatever has brought you here, you don't need to have everything figured out before we begin. Whether you're living with anxiety, carrying the effects of difficult experiences, struggling with low self worth or simply feeling that something isn't quite right, we'll take the time to understand what's happening for you and find an approach that feels right for you.
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How counselling and EMDR can help
Counselling isn't about having all the answers before you begin. It's a chance to explore what's been happening in your life with someone who won't judge, rush or make assumptions. As we build an understanding of your experiences together, we can begin to make sense of the thoughts, feelings and patterns that may have developed over time.
Alongside counselling, I also offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). EMDR is an evidence based therapy that helps the brain reprocess distressing memories so they no longer carry the same emotional intensity. Many people find it particularly helpful for trauma, anxiety, panic and experiences that continue to feel present long after they happened.
Whether we use counselling, EMDR or a combination of both, we'll always work together at a pace that feels right for you, choosing an approach that fits you rather than expecting you to fit the therapy
Counselling and EMDR can support you with:
Anxiety and panic
Low self worth and confidence
Trauma and difficult past experiences
Stress, burnout, and emotional overwhelm
People pleasing and putting everyone else first
Feeling stuck or disconnected from yourself
Relationship difficulties
How I work
Research consistently shows that one of the most important parts of therapy isn't a particular technique, but the relationship between therapist and client. Feeling heard, understood and able to be yourself creates the foundation for lasting change.
From there, we can begin to understand what's brought you here and decide together what is likely to be most helpful. My training is integrative, which means I can draw on different therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, where they're appropriate for your needs. Rather than making assumptions about what will help, I take the time to understand you before deciding how best to support you.
Whatever approach we use, you'll never be rushed or expected to share more than you're ready to. We'll work together at a pace that feels right for you, with therapy developing in a way that reflects your individual needs and experiences.
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About me
I'm Michele Hunt, an NCPS Accredited Counsellor and qualified EMDR practitioner based in Croxley Green, Rickmansworth.
I have experience supporting adults with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, trauma, low self worth, relationship challenges and the lasting impact of difficult life experiences.
Alongside my private practice, I regularly undertake professional training and clinical supervision to ensure my work remains ethical, evidence informed and responsive to current practice.
Finding the right therapist matters. I hope this has given you a sense of who I am and how I work, so you can decide whether I'm the right person to support you.
Next step
f you're feeling stuck or unsure where to begin, you're welcome to get in touch.
There's no pressure and no expectation to commit. A free 15 minute chat gives you the opportunity to ask questions, find out a little about how I work, and decide whether I feel like the right therapist for you.
Michele Hunt, NCPS Accredited Counsellor
Lavender Lane Counselling
Testimonials
“Michelle provides a caring and nurturing counselling service, which has enabled me to go through difficult emotional periods. I can highly recommend Michelle as a person of high integrity and trust. I always feel a sense of relief and emotional clarity following our 1:1 sessions ”
EMDR Therapy in Rickmansworth
Alongside counselling, I offer EMDR therapy in Rickmansworth. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based approach that helps the brain reprocess distressing experiences so they lose their intensity. Many people find EMDR particularly effective for trauma, anxiety, panic, and memories that continue to feel raw even years later.
EMDR therapy may support you to:
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Ease the emotional weight of difficult memories
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Reduce anxiety and panic responses
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Build steadier confidence and resilience in daily life
In our work together, we will always move at a pace that feels safe. EMDR therapy can bring relief from the weight of the past and open space for a calmer, more settled present
Whenever You're Ready
If you're feeling stuck or unsure, you are welcome to reach out.
There is no pressure, just a calm supportive space to talk when it feels right for you.
I offer counselling in Rickmansworth and online across UK and Europe.
Warmly,
Michele Hunt, PNCPS (Acc.)
Lavender Lane Counselling