I have experience working with clients experiencing from a range of mental health difficulties, including: - Depression - Generalised Anxiety - Social Anxiety Disorder - Panic Disorder - Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Eating disorders - Sleep disorders - Personality Disorders
I also work with clients who are experiencing a difficult life transition or stressor that is affecting their psychological health. Some examples of these situations include: recent loss of a loved one, work-related stress, parenting challenges, and physical illness. I also have a special interest working with international students and expats who are currently living in Australia.
As a therapist, I take extra care to ensure my clients feel comfortable in sharing their story and I adopt a flexible and client-focused approach so that the therapy is individually tailored to meet your unique needs and goals. In treating your symptoms and addressing the issues, I draw upon evidence-based psychological treatments such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Schema Therapy. Sometimes clients are looking for long-term therapy to address deep childhood wounds that are affecting their current life. Other clients are seeking single-session or short-term therapy to work through a particular situation or stressor. I can provide both short and long-term therapy which is adapted based on your preferences.
Current fee: Fees are currently under review and will be published here upon Melissa's return to work (*note: Medicare rebates are currently not available. Melissa is not taking on new referrals for 2026).