PACFA ACCREDITED COUNSELLOR
LIVED EXPERIENCE
12K + FOLLOWERS IN OUR COMMUNITY
I HELP CLIENTS WHO FEEL LOST AND POWERLESS REGAIN CONTROL AND ACHIEVE WHAT THEY ONCE THOUGHT WAS IMPOSSIBLE
(Without expensive rehabs, one-size-fits-all programs, or a therapist who just doesn't get it).
I SHATTERED THE CYCLE OF GENERATIONAL TRAUMA, DEPENDENCY AND SELF SABOTAGE
Growing up in commission housing, I faced a turbulent childhood marked by toxic relationships, low self-esteem, and the shadow of addiction—both my own and that of a parent, who lost their life to drug addiction.
For years, I believed I was destined for a life of chaos and unworthiness, trapped in cycles of alcohol, drugs and bad relationships.
But through cognitive restructuring, body work, mindfulness skills and the right therapist, I created a life I truly love, free from the need for substances or unhealthy relationships.
I'm sharing my story honestly because I once thought I didn’t deserve stability, happiness or an exceptional life but I learned that I do—and so do you. If I can transform my life, so can you.
With the right therapist!
Our mission is to empower individuals to embrace their inner strength and confidence, helping them feel whole, resilient, and fully capable of leading their lives with purpose and authenticity.
TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE
NOW IT'S YOUR TURN TO BREAK THE CYCLE AND REACH YOUR FULL POTENTIAL
SUPPORT FOR QUITTING OR CUTTING BACK ALCOHOL: RESET 12
Ready to quit drinking in the evenings and create a balanced, fulfilling life?
- Gain Clarity and Focus
- Build Healthier, Authentic Relationships
- Achieve Emotional Balance and Control
- Improve Physical and Mental Health
- Rediscover Purpose and Self-Worth
Our comprehensive 12-week program is tailored to help you take control and build a future free from dependency.
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SUPPORT FOR OVERCOMING
UNHEALTHY RELATIONSHIP PATTERNS
Are unhealthy relationship patterns holding you back?
Are you always seeking validation, approval, or sense of worth from someone else?
Are you constantly prioritizing your partner's needs over your own, or enduring toxic dynamics just to avoid being alone?
Are you keeping a relationship a secret because you are worried about what people will think?
Our Love Addiction Therapy is designed to help you identify and break toxic cycles, while building emotional independence and fostering healthy connections.
- Gain Emotional Freedom
- Build Healthy Relationships
- Strengthen Self-Worth
- Establish Clear Boundaries
- Break Free from Toxic Patterns
OUR CLIENTS BREAKING THE CYCLE
"Mel helped me completely transform my mindset and help developed flexible thinking.
Mel was empathetic, patient and held no judgement, making opening up and talking to her easy. She offered plenty of practical tips and exercises to help me. For anyone wanting to explore becoming sober, I would thoroughly recommend Mel for 1:1 coaching."
- Counselling Client
"Since starting the 12 week program I’ve found my relationship with drugs and alcohol to be one of more of an illusion and in turn I have discovered the true reality of what it did for me.
Mel gave me the ability to finally have forgiveness for myself and gave me a true insight into who I was in in its rawest form. The relief I felt when I started to give myself attainable expectations in sobriety changed me. No longer did I feel the need to fill a false narrative in which my role was composed of constant comparisons to those who don’t suffer from alcoholism and drug addiction. My reality is that I am someone with a real and life altering problem that requires a PROCESS of healing - and that it is a work in progress."
- Counselling Client
"From the first get to know you session I felt so comfortable with Mel.
She created a bespoke plan for me and we worked together over 8 sessions to make sure I had all the tools I needed to begin and successfully maintain my sobriety. Working with Mel changed my life! With goals clearly set out from the beginning I can see them all coming true now! As we live on opposite sides of the world Mel did everything she could to accommodate the time difference and was always there when I needed support. I couldn’t recommend Mel enough and I will be forever grateful and thankful to her!"
- Counselling Client
I use somatic therapy to address trauma stored in the body, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to build emotional regulation. Narrative and cognitive therapies help reframe personal stories and challenge unhelpful thoughts, while attachment therapyfocuses on healing relational patterns.
CHANGE YOUR LIFE
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEATING CRAVINGS
IMMEDIATE CRAVING CONTROL
Gain quick, actionable tools to handle urges as they arise.
BREAK UNHEALTHY HABITS
Replace evening drinking habits with
healthier, more fulfilling routines.
INCREASED SELF AWARENESS
Understand your emotional triggers
and cravings better.
CONSISTENT PROGRESS
Track your wins and stay accountable
to your sobriety goals.
IMPROVED SLEEP AND MOOD
Experience better sleep, clearer thinking,
and balanced emotions
YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO
BEATING CRAVINGS
CUT BACK DRINKING TODAY
Simply fill out the form below to download your guide today and take control of your evenings again!
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