My Approach

I am an empathetic, passionate and dedicated Integrative Gestalt Therapist with 14 years of experience in helping individuals (children, teenagers, young adults, adults) navigate their personal and relational challenges. My therapeutic approach combines elements of Gestalt therapy with other evidence-based modalities, creating a holistic and personalised experience for each client.

In Gestalt therapy, we focus on the here and now, encouraging self-awareness and personal responsibility. Together, we'll work to highlight patterns, identify barriers to growth, and foster a deeper understanding of your unique experiences. My goal is to facilitate transformative change, helping you build meaningful connections and lead a more fulfilling life.

My fee per session (50 min) is £70. I have limited availability for concessionary places. Payment by cash or bank transfer on the day of the session.

About Me

Hello, I'm Mel. I'm a bilingual Integrative Gestalt Therapist and offer confidential and non-judgmental therapy/counselling in German and English.  Apart from working in my private practice as a therapist and supervisor, I also work as a University Student Counsellor at the London School of Economics (LSE). 

I am a dedicated Integrative Gestalt therapist committed to supporting children, teenagers, young adults and adults on their journey toward improved mental health, self-discovery and holistic wellbeing. At my private practice, I create a safe, confidential, non-judgmental and empathetic space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours in the present moment.

I also offer supervision.


A little bit about myself and my experience so far:

I have been working as a psychotherapist for 14 years. From 2010 to 2012 - apart from being a Secondary School teacher - I worked as a school counsellor and in private practice in Austria.

Then I moved to the UK and from 2012 to December 2015 I worked at Your Space, a company that specialises in offering counselling and therapy to children and teenagers throughout primary and secondary schools in West Sussex. I also offer Play Therapy which is a very helpful way to engage children in therapy.

From 2012 to July 2017, I worked as an associate counsellor at the University of Southampton and the Royal Holloway University, where I helped students and staff deal with personal, academic and work issues in a short-term setting.

Besides working as an associate counsellor, I also worked as a Specialist Mental Health Mentor at the Royal Holloway University from October 2015 to December 2017, supporting students with more complex mental health diagnoses.

As the Clinical Counselling Lead, Senior Mental Health Adviser, and Supervisor at Richmond College from 2017 to April 2024, I provided counselling support to students, facilitated placements for trainee therapists (incl supervision), and collaborated with the Senior Management Team to promote positive mental health across the college.

My eight years experience as a secondary school teacher in a comprehensive school in Austria (English, psychology, philosophy and ethics) has helped me greatly in my approach to counselling/therapy with children and adolescents.

I work with

• Individuals

Types of Therapies Offered

• Gestalt Psychotherapist

What I can help with

• Abuse
• ADHD
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Bereavement
• Bullying
• Cultural Issues
• Depression
• Divorce
• Domestic Violence
• Eating Disorders
• Family
• Mental Health Issues
• Post-Traumatic Stress
• Relationships
• Stress
• Trauma