Michelle Serisier, AASW

Michelle Serisier is an AASW social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and parenting challenges. She writes plainly and listens closely, aiming to remind clients of their strengths and resilience. Michelle keeps sessions focused and practical so you can use what you learn day to day.

She uses a trauma-informed and person-centred way of working that keeps each person's story at the centre. That means she will follow your lead, ask curious questions, and help you notice the skills you already have. Michelle draws on a strengths-based view to make small, useful shifts rather than overwhelming lists of tasks.

Michelle trained in counselling and psychology at undergraduate level and completed a Master of Social Work. She has seven years of clinical experience working across a range of concerns. Her AASW credential is included to indicate her professional registration background.

In sessions she aims to create a calm, respectful space to talk through difficult moments. Practical tools, short-term goals and clear next steps are common features of her work. Michelle also pays attention to how trauma and past harms can shape current reactions and relationships.

People come to Michelle for help with complex life stresses such as abandonment issues, body image, addiction, blended family concerns, and grief from separation. She also supports clients working through LGBT matters and ageing or caregiver strain. If you want a straightforward, compassionate counsellor, Michelle offers an experience built around listening and steady, practical support.

Therapeutic approaches and online options

Michelle describes her work as trauma-informed and person-centred. A trauma-informed approach means she pays attention to how past harms affect current reactions, pacing work to avoid overwhelm and supporting safety and coping skills. This helps people processing abuse, accidents or other traumatic events.

She also practices from a strengths-based, person-centred stance. That involves noticing the skills a person already has and building on them with practical steps and small goals. This approach suits people wanting clear, usable strategies for stress, anxiety and relationship concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to choose techniques that match their needs, goals and preferences. Together they will try methods, review what helps, and adjust the plan as needed.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions around work and family life, reducing travel time, and making it easier to keep regular appointments. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Many clients find that shorter check-ins or scheduled sessions during a lunch break help keep progress steady without disrupting daily life.