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Melissa Foster, BACP

Melissa Foster is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, self‑esteem problems and grief.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
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About Melissa

Melissa Foster is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, self‑esteem problems and grief. She works with parenting and career concerns, and supports those coping with life changes and family difficulties. Melissa describes a calm and respectful approach where the person sets the pace.

She uses a person-centred way of working that focuses on what matters to each individual. That means listening carefully, reflecting what is said, and helping people find their own solutions.

Background and approach

Sessions can also include practical tools to manage anxious thoughts and everyday pressures. Melissa has five years of experience in therapeutic work and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Her practice draws on a mix of methods so she can adapt to different needs.

This includes cognitive-behavioural ideas for changing unhelpful thinking and psychodynamic ideas for looking at deeper patterns. In sessions she often combines short-term goal work with time to look at emotions and personal history. That gives space for problem solving while also exploring why some issues repeat.

People meet a therapist who aims to be warm, direct and practical. Her training includes Level 5 Psychotherapeutic Counselling, which enables work at a deeper level when needed. Melissa offers appointments in the United Kingdom and conducts sessions in English.

To begin, clients follow a simple matching and scheduling process online.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	398902	September 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

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Ways of working Melissa names

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How Melissa adapts therapeutic approaches for online work

Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what the person says so they feel understood. It helps people who need a non-judgemental space to make sense of feelings and choose their own way forward.

Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, offers clear techniques for spotting unhelpful thoughts and trying out small behaviour changes. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and practical coping with everyday stressors.

Psychodynamic work looks at patterns that repeat over time and how past relationships shape current feelings. This approach can help when people want to understand recurring difficulties or deep emotional themes.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide what fits best with the client's needs, goals and preferences. They adjust methods as therapy progresses so sessions stay relevant and practical.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation; phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging suit quick check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, parenting and everyday life.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Melissa help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, self‑esteem, grief, parenting, career issues and coping with life changes. There are also specialist focuses such as abandonment, attachment and communication problems.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is person-centred and collaborative. She listens, reflects and helps people set the pace and goals for therapy.

How much experience does she have?

Melissa has five years of experience working with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, loss and relationship issues.

What professional registration does she hold and where is she based?

She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English only.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences.

How are fees and payments handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

What do I need to do to start therapy?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.