Mel Haggarty (my pronouns are she/her)

I am a Counsellor trained in Humanistic Counselling based on Transactional Analysis. Alongside this I am a Mental Health Nurse.

It is sometimes a big decision to consider accessing counselling, although when people have reached this point in their decision making it symbolises the start of change. Positive change can come about from time and protected space for exploration. I would like to offer you this space, and can bring warmth, kindness and empathy whilst working alongside you.

I have experience of working with people in various mental health settings over a span of nearly 30 years. Most of my career has been working with adults, although I did work with children and young people in CAMHS through care coordination and a post embedded in secondary schools. I have been grateful to have gained experience and knowledge through family work facilitation of parenting courses, and in my current working role I facilitate a programme for significant others of people with complex emotional needs. I also have knowledge of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and tend to blend therapies and interventions, tailoring these to the individual.

If counselling is something you want to consider, I offer a free initial thirty-minute discussion to answer questions or queries. It is an opportunity to discover whether this is the right intervention for you and - with my expertise and knowledge - we will be a good fit. 

Professional Registration: MBACP registered. NMC Registered Mental Health Nurse. I am accredited in the Anna Freud Structured Clinical Management (SCM) training. At present I am working towards the Anna Freud Mentalization Based Training (MBT) accreditation. My next project is to complete a diploma in Children and Young Persons counselling.

Availability: I can offer appointments of 50 minutes at The Practice Rooms, Salisbury on a Friday afternoon, weekends, and most evenings. However, do contact me if you are wondering about what availability I have at other times. 

Prices: My rate is £50 for the session, and I do offer concessionary rates. I ask that payment is made prior to the session. There is a 24-hour cancellation policy or else the funds will not be returned. If I am needing to cancel at short notice, your money will be refunded.

For young people, consent is needed from someone who has parental responsibility. However, please note that I have yet to complete specific training in counselling for children and young people. 

Online and/or telephone appointments also available.