- Collaborative approach
- Integrative techniques
- English only
About Mellissa
Mellissa Hamley welcomes people who feel anxious, low, overwhelmed or simply not themselves. She introduces a calm, non-judgemental space where clients can talk about what is worrying them. Mellissa uses a collaborative style and aims to help people make sense of their feelings and find practical ways forward.
She describes herself as an integrative counsellor and adapts sessions to each person. Early meetings focus on understanding the immediate concern and building trust. Over time she may look at deeper patterns that keep problems repeating.
Mellissa draws on approaches including Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, hypnotherapy and psychodynamic work. She blends these to match what a person needs rather than following one fixed model. This means sessions can include talking through thoughts and behaviours, exploring past experiences, and gentle hypnotherapeutic techniques when appropriate.
Her practice covers a wide range of concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, grief and trauma. Panic disorder and panic attacks are listed among the areas she focuses on, alongside issues like phobias and post-traumatic stress.
Mellissa holds NCPS as a credential and has five years' experience. She is based in the United Kingdom and works in English. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to her availability.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to you, helping you feel heard and understood. This approach suits people who need space to talk through feelings and build self-direction. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) involves looking at thoughts and behaviours and testing small changes to reduce anxiety and panic symptoms. It can be helpful for managing panic attacks and everyday worries.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mellissa will discuss options with each person and decide together which methods to try based on goals and preferences. That collaborative decision is reviewed as therapy progresses so the plan can change if something is not helping.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to continue therapy while managing work, family or study commitments, and to practice techniques between meetings.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Mellissa help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship concerns. Her focus also includes trauma, grief, panic disorder and panic attacks, phobias and issues around self-esteem.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and person-centred. She adapts methods to suit each person's needs and works alongside clients to find practical steps forward.
What experience does she have?
She has five years' experience working as a counsellor and has developed an integrative way of working during that time.
What credentials and location are listed?
Her listed credential is NCPS and she practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to her availability.