Melrose Gunning, BACP
Compassionate UK therapist for grief and life changes
- Grief and loss support
- Family and relationship work
- Flexible online sessions
About Melrose Gunning
Melrose works from the belief that each person is the expert in their own story and that drawing on existing strengths can help overcome difficult times. She offers practical support for a range of concerns including depression, self-esteem, caregiver stress, chronic illness and end-of-life issues, as well as communication difficulties, relationship separation, postpartum challenges and multicultural considerations.
Beginning therapy often takes courage, and Melrose aims to make that first step as respectful and encouraging as possible. She is available to respond to messages during the day and generally aims to reply by 6pm on the same day, except for messages received after 8pm which may be answered the next day.
Melrose accepts clients in the United Kingdom and provides flexible, compassionate care tailored to each person’s needs and goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melrose Gunning have?
Melrose Gunning has 4 years of professional experience.
Is Melrose Gunning a registered therapist?
Yes. Melrose holds BACP accreditation. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Melrose Gunning provide therapy?
Melrose provides therapy in English.
Where is Melrose Gunning located?
Melrose is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Melrose Gunning as my therapist?
You can work with Melrose through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melrose Gunning work with international clients?
Melrose does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melrose Gunning 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Practical approaches for online support and healing
Melrose uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skill building and emotional processing. One approach emphasises problem-solving and coping skills - helping clients develop strategies to manage stress, anxiety and day-to-day challenges through structured exercises and goal setting. Another approach concentrates on grief-focused work - supporting people to process loss, explore meaning and find ways to integrate bereavement into their ongoing life. A third strand supports self-esteem and self-compassion - gentle exercises and reflections designed to rebuild confidence and promote kinder self-talk, which can help with depression, postpartum challenges and relationship difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Melrose collaborates with each person to identify methods that fit their needs, goals and preferences. She works together with clients to adapt techniques so they feel relevant and achievable.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to fit support into busy lives, care responsibilities or health limitations. These options help people access regular, consistent work with a registered professional from locations across the United Kingdom, making it simpler to sustain progress and maintain contact between sessions.