About Melissa
I support midlife women navigating ADHD and perimenopause symptoms to regain clarity and confidence in their lives and careers.
Many women are late-diagnosed ADHD - especially those who appear capable on the outside, while privately struggling to keep up with daily life demands.
If you're here, you may have spent years doubting yourself and your worth, resorting to people-pleasing, perfectionism, or procrastination.
Maybe you feel that your career and life choices were based on who you thought you should be, losing sight of who you really are.
I'm here to help you explore what really matters to you and what's possible - reconnecting with your strengths - so you can move towards the life you want now.
Counselling Approach
My counselling style is practical, supportive, and focused on helping you make sense of your experience - focussing on strengths rather than over-pathologising.
I work with both diagnosed and self-identified ADHD traits that often become more noticeable during perimenopause and menopause.
Recognising that everyone's experience is unique, I work collaboratively with you to ensure our sessions are aligned with your specific needs and goals.
My approach is person centred and trauma-informed, drawing from a range of evidence-based therapies including:
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Solution Focused Therapy
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Creative Therapies
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Mindfulness
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Strengths Based Therapy
When You're Ready
At the core of what I do is respecting and celebrating your autonomy and believing that you have the resources you need within you. I'm here to help you explore and embrace your strengths - to move towards your goals and live the life you want.
When you feel ready to connect, I would love to hear from you.
Credentials
Accreditation
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Registered Counsellor - Australian Counselling Association (ACA - Level 2)
Qualifications
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PhD, University of Adelaide
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Master of Counselling, University of Canberra
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Graduate Diploma in Counselling, University of Canberra
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Graduate Certificate in Education (Gifted Ed.), Flinders University
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Bachelor of Science, University of Adelaide
Training and Clearances
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Working with children check (DHS)
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Working with vulnerable persons check (DHS)
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National Police clearance
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nRHAN - EC training
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Senior First Aid & CPR
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Get in touch
General enquiries: 0403 757 199
