Michaela Bunney

Professional Profile

I am a fully qualified and BABCP-accredited CBT therapist working with Think CBT from Cornwall, offering remote online therapy. I completed a First Class BSc (hons) Psychology degree in 2013, with a position on the deans list of academic excellence for two consecutive years. Following with a post-graduate certificate in psychological practice (2014) and a post-graduate diploma in high intensity CBT (2018). I have since completed continued professional development in Compassion Focused Therapy with the Compassionate Mind Foundation as well developing experience working with neurodivergent individuals i.e. adhd and autism.  

I have 10 years of experience across a range of clinical settings; learning disabilities service, mental health wards, primary care and private sector mental health care, as well as a breadth of experience in assessing, formulating and treating individuals aged 18+ presenting with a range of common mental health problems including anxiety, depression, specific anxiety disorders, OCD, Social Anxiety, PTSD, low self-esteem and work-related stress across a range of intensity from mild-severe. I have completed additional training in understanding autism and Compassion Focused Therapy. My specialist interests entail Neurodiversity, Childhood trauma and Developmental Psychology and parental mental health.

I pride myself on my intuitive and non-judgemental nature, conscientiousness and collaborative approach. I have excellent rates of retention and recovery and know how to skillfully tailor therapy to meet the needs of individuals.

I am British Born Chinese and my cultural identity has shaped my therapeutic approach which encompasses Eastern and Western wellbeing practices where suitable.

I abide by the policies and ethical standards laid down by the BABCP and I have full professional indemnity to work as a therapist in the UK. If you want to book an appointment, please click on the blue book appointment button adjacent to my profile picture. I will call you to discuss therapy options before confirming your first therapy appointment.