Melisha is warm and compassionate and offers sound, balanced advice. She has helped me so much!
Melisha Pillay, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Melisha is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Melisha. View 5 reviews
- Great news, Melisha is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
Recent reviews
Melisha is an excellent professional. I really like that she cuts to the point and always maximise the use of the time we have in our sessions
More about Melisha
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
Take a deep breath.
As you do that, allow yourself to think, feel and know that:
You are loved,
You are important,
You are valuable.
I promise to give you a safe and respectful haven in all my counselling sessions.
You can have the space and freedom to start from the inside, allowing you to explore things you can’t talk to other people about.
Before I tell you how you can do that, you should know I’ve been where you are…
I struggled through a painful time in my life where I lost my voice. I worked with a therapist to find myself and began growing in confidence and value for myself.
Once I did this - the freedom was life changing so this is why I now choose to help other find that freedom they deserve.
If you’re wondering…
How to find your own freedom, here’s how I can make that easier for you:
• I use creative interventions, so that you can get from ‘A to B’ faster.
Our brains work more creatively when we’re not actively thinking. This other part of our mind can resolve things faster than more traditional talking therapy.
• Your own beliefs may be really important to you and we’ll use them to help you move forward. This allows you to move forward with freedom.
• My highest values are empathy, honesty and trust.
This creates the safest space possible in the counselling room, such that you’ll feel secure enough to open up about what truly matters to you.
I look forward to embarking on this new journey with you...
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Hoarding
Immigration issues
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 392393 · Expires January 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Melisha Pillay
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Melisha is warm and compassionate and offers sound, balanced advice. She has helped me so much!
Melisha is an excellent professional. I really like that she cuts to the point and always maximise the use of the time we have in our sessions
timely responses and speaks with passion and has enabled me to have some self exploration
I'm being supported by Melisha during a difficult period in my life. She is understanding and patient, even when I reply late. She has sent me materials to make me think about my situation. 10/10.
Our first session was great. Melisha explained well the reason behind my struggles and how to start working on overcoming them. She is very warm and pleasant person to talk to and I felt safe and heard. Thank you, Melisha
Frequently asked questions
Does Melisha Pillay offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melisha Pillay works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Melisha Pillay speak?
Melisha Pillay speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melisha Pillay have?
Melisha Pillay has 4 years of experience.
Where is Melisha Pillay licensed to practice?
Melisha Pillay is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Melisha Pillay accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Melisha Pillay does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Melisha Pillay offer?
Melisha Pillay offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Melisha Pillay?
Melisha Pillay can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Melisha Pillay?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.