- Client-Centred Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
- BSL Level 2 communication
About Melanie
Melanie Lucas is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with 16 years of professional experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD and the effects of trauma and abuse. She also supports those struggling with self-esteem, compassion fatigue and major life changes, including questions about life purpose.
Melanie takes a client-centred approach that treats the person, not just the problem. Sessions focus on the client's experience and priorities. She listens for strengths and practical steps that can be taken between meetings.
She uses mindfulness techniques alongside client-centred methods to help people notice patterns and learn ways to manage anxious or overwhelming thoughts. That can mean short practices in session and simple exercises to try at home.
Her practice includes work on attachment and abandonment issues, communication problems, relationship configurations such as polyamory or non-monogamy, and challenges linked to autism and Asperger Syndrome. She has also supported people facing chronic illness, cancer, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and caregiver stress.
Melanie can communicate using British Sign Language to Level 2 and offers sessions in English. International clients are accepted. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and a first session is scheduled through the online booking pathway.
How client-centred and mindfulness approaches work online
Client-Centred Therapy puts the client's perspective at the centre of sessions. The therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears and helps the client decide what to work on next. This approach is useful for people who want help making sense of strong emotions or difficult decisions.Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple ways to notice thoughts, feelings and bodily sensations without judgement. Small practices can reduce reactivity and help with anxiety, stress and low mood. These exercises are short and practical, and can be used between sessions to manage day-to-day moments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Melanie will collaborate with the client to identify which methods feel most helpful, adjusting the balance between talking, practical tasks and mindfulness based on needs and goals.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy day, allow quieter surroundings, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals often use online work to maintain continuity of therapy across locations and schedules.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she support?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, bipolar, depression, ADHD, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and coping with life changes, including questions about life purpose.
How does she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
Her approach is client-centred and uses mindfulness practices. Sessions focus on the client's priorities and on noticing patterns that get in the way of moving forward.
How much experience does she have?
She has 16 years of professional experience working with a wide range of emotional and life challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and she can communicate using British Sign Language to Level 2.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are accepted; confirm any scheduling details when arranging your first session.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.