Hi, I’m Melissa Douglas, a qualified and compassionate pluralistic counsellor dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges, understand yourself more deeply, and find a greater sense of balance and fulfilment.

I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and change when given the right support. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to you as an individual. I draw from a range of therapeutic models, including person-centred, psychodynamic, and CBT-informed techniques, to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace.

I work with both adolescents and adults, supporting clients through issues such as anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, family challenges, life transitions, and identity concerns. For young people, I provide a space where they can express themselves freely and develop healthy coping strategies as they navigate the pressures of growing up.

Before qualifying as a counsellor, I spent several years working with young people in educational settings, which deepened my understanding of how early experiences and environments shape who we become. This background also helps me connect authentically with teens and families.

I’m a registered member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and a member of The King’s Trust, having completed Level 2 and Level 3 training at Redbridge Adult Centre and Level 4 and Level 5 at Chrysalis.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply want to understand yourself better, therapy can help you reconnect with your strengths and build a more confident, grounded sense of self.

Let’s take that next step together.

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