Melanie, has been extremely attentive and understanding and patient with me
Melanie Cotterill, NCPS
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Melanie 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 Melanie. View 5 reviews
- Great news, Melanie is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Melanie is great. She has a warm and friendly manner. She listens well but also probes just enough to pull out the little bits of information that might be worth exploring during our sessions. I feel very comfortable with her and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to others.
More about Melanie
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- NCPS
Hi, I'm Mel Cotterill, a therapeutic counsellor based in Devon, UK.
I offer a positive counselling experience which makes you feel safe, understood, and respected. I believe that building connection and trust is the foundation of my relationship with you.
I have experience in working with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, neuro-divergency, and issues around self-confidence. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
I am down to earth, warm and non judgemental. I am intuitive, and I can listen and really hear what clients say, but I also have the knowledge, and skills to enable clients to progress. If you have goals that you would like to achieve, it's important to me that we both work collaboratively towards the outcomes.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Blended family issues
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- NCPS · United Kingdom · NC522-00530 · Expires February 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Melanie Cotterill
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Melanie, has been extremely attentive and understanding and patient with me
Melanie is great. She has a warm and friendly manner. She listens well but also probes just enough to pull out the little bits of information that might be worth exploring during our sessions. I feel very comfortable with her and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to others.
Melanie is a wonderful therapist. She takes the time to understand the problems you may be facing and is able to offer advice without any judgement. She is lovely to talk to and very knowledgeable
I think talking to Melanie gave me quite a bit of relief and perspective. She really tried to understand my situation and also my childhood. I felt comfortable sharing with her and talking to her helped relieve my symptoms also.
Melanie is an easy person to talk to and has a lot of respect and understanding to my issues. She’s very supportive and helpful and would highly recommend her
Frequently asked questions
Does Melanie Cotterill offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melanie Cotterill 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 Melanie Cotterill speak?
Melanie Cotterill speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melanie Cotterill have?
Melanie Cotterill has 3 years of experience.
Where is Melanie Cotterill licensed to practice?
Melanie Cotterill is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Melanie Cotterill accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Melanie Cotterill accepts 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 Melanie Cotterill offer?
Melanie Cotterill offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Melanie Cotterill?
Melanie Cotterill 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 Melanie Cotterill?
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.