- Stress and anxiety
- Attachment work
- Values-based ACT
About Melanie
Melanie Kennedy is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has eight years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, LGBT-related concerns, relationship and intimacy issues, and other common challenges of early adulthood. Her approach is straightforward and practical.
Melanie focuses on clear conversation about what feels hard right now. She uses a mix of approaches to help people build skills, manage intense feelings, and improve how they relate to others. Sessions are aimed at making small, sustainable changes rather than quick fixes.
She draws on cognitive behavioural techniques to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and offer alternative ways of responding. Attachment-based ideas are used to look at how early relationships shape current needs and reactions. Emotion-focused work is included when emotions feel overwhelming and need naming and understanding.
Melanie also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ideas to help people identify values and take manageable steps towards them. She talks frankly about practical strategies for sleep, appetite, and stress, and about how to balance work or study with mental health. She can support people dealing with grief, addiction, chronic illness, or career stress.
Sessions are conducted in English and Melanie accepts international clients. Costs vary depending on location and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, users are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the platform.
Approaches used online and how they help
Melanie commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice unhelpful struggles, clarify what matters to them, and take small steps towards those values. ACT can be useful for decisions about work, study, relationships, and moving forward after major life changes. She also works with Attachment-Based Therapy ideas to explore how early relationship patterns influence current connections and trust. This can help when intimacy, commitment, or repeated relationship problems are causing distress. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Melanie will discuss different methods with each person and decide together which fits best. That way the plan matches the person's priorities, whether they need emotion regulation, practical problem solving, or relational work. Session logistics should be checked before booking since formats were not listed in the biography. Confirm which session types are available and how they fit your routine. Online work can make it easier to fit talking therapy around shifts, study timetables, and travel. It also lets people choose quieter times, reduce travel, or use shorter check-ins when needed, helping therapy fit into a busy life without asking for large blocks of time.Areas of expertise
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, relationship and intimacy issues, depression, addiction, grief, and related worries commonly faced in young adulthood.
How would she work with someone feeling lost after university?
She uses practical conversation and goal-focused techniques to clarify values and next steps, including ACT and CBT ideas to reduce avoidance and increase direction.
What is her professional background?
She has eight years of professional experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Where is she based and which credential does she hold?
She is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration as stated in her profile.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
What session formats does she offer?
Session formats were not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.
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