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Counselling

Compassionate, creative support

to rediscover your strengths

and thrive.

Welcome! I'm glad you're here.

I'm Melissa Risely, registered counsellor.

Working with you 

Recognising that every person's experience is unique, I take a collaborative approach 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 such as: ​

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Solution Focused Therapy

  • Creative Therapies

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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 recognise and embrace your strengths, to reach your goals and thrive. 

 

I conduct 1:1 sessions in person, or online if preferred. People from diverse cultural and social backgrounds are welcome. My practice is  trauma-informed and neurodivergent aware.

When you feel ready to connect, I would love to hear from you.

Qualifications & Memberships

  • PhD, University of Adelaide

  • Master of Counselling, University of Canberra

  • Graduate Diploma in Counselling, University of Canberra​​

  • ​Graduate Certificate in Education, Flinders University

  • Registered Counsellor - Australian Counselling Association (ACA) Level 2

Services

Session bookings & enquiries

In-person sessions available in Blackwood SA.

To book a session (or for session costs) please call 0403 757 199

or fill in the form below.

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