Melissa Jane , BACP

Melissa Jane is a therapist based in the United Kingdom with 15 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem concerns, career difficulties, and major life changes. She works from a foundation of respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a collaborative, person-centred environment where each individual is met with empathy and practical focus. She holds BACP, which indicates membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and reflects professional commitment to ongoing standards and development.

Trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Melissa integrates evidence-based techniques to help clients identify and reshape unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours, while also tailoring each session to the unique needs and goals of the person in front of her. Her practice emphasises collaboration - she works with clients to build strategies that are realistic and relevant to everyday life. Recognising the courage it takes to begin therapy, Melissa aims to support clients toward greater clarity, resilience, and well-being through practical tools, compassionate listening, and personalised care.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Melissa Jane commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and a person-centred approach in her online practice. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behaviour that contribute to stress, anxiety, low mood, or unhelpful habits, and on building practical strategies to change them. A person-centred approach emphasises empathetic listening and collaboration, helping people explore their feelings, strengthen self-esteem, and find direction during life transitions.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Melissa will collaborate with each client to determine which methods fit their needs and goals, adapting techniques over time as progress and preferences become clearer. This collaborative process ensures therapy stays relevant and responsive to the individual.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access regular support from licensed professionals without travel, and they allow therapy to fit into busy or changing lives while maintaining a consistent therapeutic relationship.