Melissa Nelson
Counselling that adapts to you
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About Melissa
Melissa Nelson is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, grief and life changes. She also helps with self-esteem, body image and self-love concerns, LGBT issues, trauma and parenting-related strain. Melissa has three years of clinical experience and is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Her style is warm and interactive and she aims to build a working relationship that fits each person.
Background and approach
Melissa listens to what matters to you and adapts the way she works to your situation. She uses an integrative approach, drawing on different evidence-based techniques so sessions are tailored to your needs. In practice she talks through current problems, looks at how feelings and behaviours connect, and helps people find small, practical changes they can try between sessions.
She describes herself as autism informed and pays attention to individual differences in how people think and process information. Melissa sees deciding to begin therapy as a brave step and focuses on support and empowerment. Her work is person-centred and collaborative, with an emphasis on helping people understand themselves better.
She encourages a steady pace so people can try out new ways of coping and review what is helpful. If someone is ready to take a step towards feeling better, Melissa offers a calm space to explore goals and next steps.
At a glance
- Years practising
- 3
- Registered with
- BACP
- Registration number
- 396371
- Languages
- English
- How sessions happen
- Online, by video, phone or messages
Details are as listed on Melissa's public professional profile. You can check any number with the professional body.
What Melissa works with
Everything Melissa lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Body image
- Self-love
How Melissa works online
Questions and answers
What issues does Melissa focus on?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, and challenges around body image and self-love.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and interactive, working collaboratively and adapting methods to fit each person rather than using a single fixed model.
What experience does she bring?
Melissa has three years of clinical practice working with a range of emotional and life difficulties.
What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions charged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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