Chryssa Michailidou
(she/her)
CBT Therapist | EMDR Trained | Trauma Specialist (BABCP Accredited) in Manchester and Online
About Chryssa Michailidou
Chryssa Michailidou is a CBT and EMDR therapist who helps people work through trauma, anxiety, low self-worth, and patterns that feel hard to break. She is fully accredited with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and offers both in-person sessions in Manchester and online therapy across the UK.
Chryssa’s approach is focused, supportive, and grounded in what works. Using evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), she helps clients process difficult experiences and find new ways to move forward. Whether someone is dealing with long-standing trauma, overwhelming anxiety, or recurring self-doubt, Chryssa works alongside them to create meaningful and lasting change.
Her work is informed by a deep understanding of how past experiences can shape the present. She also integrates ideas from Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) when helpful, particularly in cases where shame, emotional regulation, or relationship difficulties play a role.
Clients describe her as calm, thoughtful, and easy to talk to — someone who offers structure without pressure, and warmth without judgement. Therapy with Chryssa is a collaborative process, grounded in trust, where clients are supported to explore the root of their difficulties and build practical tools to manage life with more clarity and confidence
Chryssa offers a free initial consultation to help clients get a sense of whether her approach is right for them. She welcomes clients from all backgrounds and offers a small number of reduced-fee slots for those who need financial flexibility.
If you're searching for a CBT and EMDR therapist who combines specialist training with a down-to-earth, respectful approach, Chryssa provides a safe and effective space to begin the work of change.
Chryssa's Education & Training
Education:
MSc in Counselling Psychology - Keele University
Postgraduate Diploma Cognitive Behaviour Therapy - NHS Trust
BSc in Human Psychology
Specialised Training:
EMDR Training
Certificate in Supervision Skills for Evidence-based Psychological approaches for Adults
Compassion Focused Therapy
Compassion Focused Therapy for Dissociation
CBT in the Context of Long Term Distressing and Persistent Health Conditions