~ Melinda Best Therapy ~
BA, MA, LLM, PgDip
Psychotherapist / Counsellor, Supervisor and Coach.
I work with individual clients helping them find clarity and understanding of what is most affecting them. The therapy space is safe and confidential so that any and all concerns can be discussed and explored. The sessions are an opportunity to focus on your issues in a non-judgmental space to help you find ways to improve your situation.
I spent many years working with an Addiction agency providing individual therapy and facilitating several groups for clients. I have also worked at various clinics in South London including the Wilson Hospital.
For several years I worked at the BRIT school for Performing Arts offering therapy and providing assessments for young people.
Workshops: In the UK, US and Canada I have run several workshops exploring different mental health topics, including talks on working with depression, the history of Insulin and combining outdoor activity.
Dreamwork: Working with Lucid Dreams and the benefits.
A lucid dream is a dream in which we know that we are dreaming as we are dreaming. You can do a lot with Lucid dreams.. Anything that is treated by hypnotherapy can also be treated by lucid dreaming: addictions, phobias, depression, confidence issues, physical ailments, trauma and PTSD.
Mindfulness meditation: I work with groups offering MBCT for life and working with depression – based on my Oxford Mindfulness Foundation teacher training.
Clients approach me with many issues including:
Addictions (alcohol, drugs, gambling and sex)
Anger management
Anxiety and Panic attacks
Bereavement and Loss
Career and Work decisions
Depression
Diabetes
Dream work
Dyslexia
Relationship issues and Family dynamics
Sexuality and LGBTQ issues
Spiritual Development
Open ended and short term therapy are both available. The number of sessions will depend on the depth and complexity of issues you want to look at. Clients have benefited from anywhere from 6 months of therapy, or several years depending on individual needs. Weekend times may also be available.
Therapy sessions take place in the London Bridge area and Harley Street. (Currently working online)
You are welcome to contact me for an initial consultation – contact:
melinda.best@gmail.com or 07789 471 089.
Testimonials:
Harley Street Director: Unprompted, third party feedback about my work with two clients – “In both cases you have received outstandingly, positive reports”.
“It’s definitely helped, my relationships are better, I’ve changed for the better.I’m a better father, and partner. I’m happier in myself.” IB
“I’ve been seeing Melinda for over a year now. I had other therapists before including CBT. Nothing seemed enjoyable and I kept changing therapists. I definitely feel comfortable with her and she helps me re-visit emotional places – it has helped my emotional being! I’ve laughed and cried which shows how at ease I am talking to her.” AO
“Thank you for helping me to find myself. Thank you for helping make the voice of my colourful part louder and louder and for bringing me one step closer to happiness. It was difficult, it was frustrating at times but it was worth it!” SM
“Melinda is helping me question and challenge those habits that are causing me distress, frustration and unhappiness. I would not have been able to enjoy some of the successes I had (a new job!) if it weren’t for Melinda’s help.” AL
Groups:
“I always get something out of this group, it’s inspiring” JF
“I’ll be back again, it was really interesting.” JS
“This is my favourite group”. SM
“It works!” TJ
“Your presence was a gift to the group.” SDV
Membership and Organisations:
BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy)
Oxford Mindfulness Foundation
Charlie Morley Lucid Dream Facilitation
UKAGP (UK Association for Gestalt Practitioners)
WCSI (Watson Caring Science Institute)
~ Melinda Best Therapy ~ 