Melissa Clarke, BACP
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and attachment work
- Not accepting new clients
About Melissa Clarke
Melissa works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties and major life changes. Her practice also focuses on attachment and abandonment issues, avoidant personality patterns, codependency, commitment and communication problems, control dynamics, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, impulsivity, infidelity, loneliness, questions of life purpose, financial worries, and challenges related to narcissism.
She offers an integrative, client-centered approach that encourages open dialogue and nonjudgmental reflection. Melissa combines talking therapy with evidence-informed tools such as cognitive behavioural techniques, mindfulness practices, structured worksheets, and creative resources like card games and short videos to help clients explore patterns, develop coping skills, and work toward clearer goals.
For clients using Betterhelp, Melissa provides a structured 12-session therapy package with a review at six sessions; clients who wish to continue after the initial 12 sessions may request an additional six sessions during the twelfth meeting, subject to evaluation. Counseling can take place via video, audio calls, or live chat. Chat messages between sessions are typically addressed within 24 hours on weekdays and are monitored between 3pm and 4pm; clients are asked to keep messages concise and specific so Melissa can respond with focused guidance. She is not currently accepting new clients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melissa Clarke have?
Melissa Clarke has 12 years of professional experience.
Is Melissa Clarke a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential, indicating membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Melissa Clarke provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Melissa Clarke located?
Melissa Clarke is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Melissa Clarke as my therapist?
Work with Melissa Clarke is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melissa Clarke work with international clients?
Yes, Melissa Clarke works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melissa Clarke cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns in close connections; it helps people understand fears of abandonment, trust issues, and repeated relationship cycles. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead to build self-awareness, self-esteem, and personal agency. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, offering practical strategies for managing anxiety, low mood, and stress.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Melissa collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds so therapy remains responsive and client-focused.
Online therapy with Melissa is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier for people to access support from home or while traveling, maintain continuity between sessions, and use brief messaging for focused questions or strategies between meetings. Registered professionals and therapists can adapt these formats to support meaningful therapeutic work across a range of concerns.