Melanie Wray

Philosophy & Vision

My name is Melanie and I am a nature lover, arts lover, meditator, student of Gestalt, friend partner and mum. I am also a social worker and counsellor passionate about helping people explore, connect and grow.

Looking at our patterns with the hope for change can be scary and daunting and often comes with the question Where do I start?! I am passionate about walking alongside people as they explore what makes them who they are now and what they hope for their life and those around them. My counselling style is grounded in present moment awareness, connections, compassionate enquiry, a supportive therapeutic relationship and empowerment.

People work with me on relationships, intimacy, addictions, recovery from experiences of violence and abuse, grief and loss, loneliness, transforming anger, understanding fears and general experiences of suffering in this fast paced, constantly changing and often confusing world.

Background

I started working in theatres around Melbourne and completed a degree in performing arts in 2001 before I studied and moved into a career in social work. For over 10 years I have developed therapeutic counselling skills through my work in community and clinical mental health, perinatal mental health, child, youth and family counselling.

Services

Therapy Approach

I work holistically with the internal and external systems exploring strengths and values. I have completed training in CBT, DBT, ACT, Positive Psychology, Yoga and Mindfulness and EMDR therapies.