About Michaela Afford

Hi, I'm Michaela and welcome to my page.

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I am an integrative Psychotherapeutic Counselling, working with adults who are looking for help and support with their mental health and wellbeing. My background is in physical wellness and I am also an advanced Yoga teacher and Pilates instructor, which naturally make my work client-led with a connection to mind and body.

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I can help you to explore your thoughts and feelings about your life, both present and past, helping you to fulfil the future you want. Whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, bereavement, addiction issues, low confidence or low self-esteem, we can work together to navigate life's challenges in a safe and supportive space.

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Background / Experience

Along side my private work, I currently volunteer for Cruse Bereavement Support, helping clients understand and process their grief. I have worked with Cruse for a number of year, supporting clients and bereavement volunteers. Other volunteering and community work includes counselling clients living with addictions at Catalyst Support and Mid Surrey Community Fridges, saving good food from going to waste and distributing it around my community in Surrey.

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My work in physical fitness as a personal trainer and exercise instructor, has afforded me the opportunity to work with clients that are undergoing medical trauma and diagnosis. I understand the link between mind and body and have supported clients undergoing cancer treatment and surgery, dealing with physical and neurological conditions such as Osteoporosis and Parkinsons.

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I have a Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, a registered member of the NCPS (National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society) and abide by the NCPS Code of Ethics. I receive regular supervision and undertake continued professional development to ensure the quality of my work.​​​​

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