Hi welcome to my profile my name is Melissa I am a person-centred therapist able to work with individuals aged 16+.I strongly believe that mental health is just as important as physical health. No matter how difficult things may seem, I am here to support you through the obstacles that you may be facing. Therapy actually helped me through my own issues with binge eating, stress, depression, and anxiety.
About me and my practice
I work in person at Liverpool City Centre and online/telephone across multiple locations. Person-centred therapy is a talking therapy. It works by providing a safe, accepting, and confidential space where you can explore what is going on in your life without any judgement. It can help by allowing you to talk freely, increasing self-awareness, developing acceptance, and helping you to make positive changes. I understand that everyones experience is different so we can progress at a rate that is comfortable for you.
Experience
Before going into private therapy practice, I worked in retail, care/support work, at harmony general counselling service, and Liverpool domestic abuse service. I work with a range of issues; however, my main experience and interest is with depression, SAD, stress, anxiety, relationships, neurodivergence, abuse, and eating disorders. I regularly engage in clinical supervision and training to ensure my continuing professional development, I am insured and I hold an enhanced DBS.
Qualifications
BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology First Class
Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy
Additional Information
Client quotes:
"Melissa is very understanding and I am comfortable opening up to her. Thanks Melissa ! You have helped me put myself back together. I would be nowhere near as far along as I am without your help. :)"
"I used Melissa's services over several months navigating through some very complicated issues then a bereavement. I can highly recommend her very reliable puts you at ease and non judgemental."
"I can really see the improvement in my mental health from when I started with her to now. She creates a safe space where I feel comfortable to talk through difficult and challenging life events, so that I can better understand and process them, which infinitely improves my mental health! I also really appreciated that she made the time to see me around my busy schedule"
Professional Membership
Registered Member MBACP
Professional Register
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Verified by Counsellingo on Friday, 24 January 2025
Initial Consultation
Before we can begin sessions, I require a brief overview of the issues you're looking to explore. This is just to ensure that we are able to work together. From there, we can either begin sessions or if you have any further questions I can offer a free phone consultation first which usually lasts around 10 minutes.
Fees
Sessions last 50-60 minutes and cost £60.
When I Work
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays.
Therapeutic Approach
Person-centred, humanistic
Video Platforms
Teams
Pronouns
She/Her
Area
Merseyside
