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Melanie Cox PsychotherapistMelanie Cox

Psychotherapist (MBACP)

My name is Melanie Cox and I am a qualified psychotherapist based at HQ Therapy Rooms at both Haggerston and Dalston locations in Hackney, London E8.

I am a fully qualified and registered MBACP Humanistic Psychotherapist with over 11 years of experience.

I work with couples and individuals.

I am trained in Person-Centred psychotherapy, Adult and Adolescent psychotherapy at the Institute for Art in Therapy and Education, and Formative Psychology at Spectrum Therapy.

I have completed additional training in couples work with Spectrum Therapy, the Gottman Institute, USA, and Clearmind International.

I am currently seeing clients face-to-face and online on Zoom.

Couples Work
My work with couples is psycho-educational, emotional, and strategy-based.

In couples sessions I work with:

  • Developing an understanding of the underlying emotional issues
  • Ways to deal with conflict
  • Improving communication
  • Developing greater intimacy
  • Developing a better understanding of your partner and yourself

Couples sessions are usually fortnightly unless there are pressing issues and in that case, I would work more frequently with you for a few weeks. I believe, and it has been my experience, that most couple’s issues can be successfully worked through no matter how severe they may seem.

I draw extensively from the Gottman Institute and Sue Johnson’s work. I have a list of recommended readings that I am happy to share. Please feel free to email if you would like a copy.

Therapeutic approaches I work with include:

My rates:
My rates for individual work are £75 for 50 minutes, and for couples work £100 – £125 for 1 hr to 1hr and a half sessions.

***If you are interested in contacting Melanie Cox, or needing information and guidance about therapy, please use the contact form at the bottom of this page.***

Clients Melanie Works With

Client Issues Melanie Deals With

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Domestic & Emotional Abuse

Mental and Emotional Abuse is the deliberate & unethical misuse of power.

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

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Codependency

Overcome control issues, low self-esteem, poor boundaries & ‘saviour’ mentality.

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Sex & Intimacy Issues

Addressing sexual & intimacy issues to make your sex life more pleasurable.

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Bereavement, Grief & Loss

Supporting you through grief & adjusting to a new life.

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Relationships

Exploring feelings about current & past relationships, or relationships in general.

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Anger Management

Managing the symptoms of your anger issues & controlling your reactions.

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Childhood Trauma & PTSD

Helping overcome ongoing adverse events experienced as a child.

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Trauma

Helping you to talk openly & receive support about your traumatic experience.

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Loneliness

Explores the emotional & psychological issues that might lead to isolation.

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Substance Abuse & Addiction

Helping you to explore the underlying causes of your addiction issues.

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Motivation

Helping you set and achieve the goals that are important to you.

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Low Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence

Explore the roots of your low self-esteem issues & address your current symptoms.

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Helping you to rebuild a sense of safety.

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Pregnancy Loss

Helping express & process emotions in a supportive & non-judgemental space.

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Life Transitions

Dealing with important changes or adjustments in your life that impact you.

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Behavioural Disorders

Understanding your behaviour patterns & managing the challenges you’re facing.

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Bullying

A repeated characteristic pattern of behaviour directed towards it's victims.

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Body Image Issues

A negative or unhealthy body image can be distressing in your daily life.

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Work & Family Conflict Issues

Seeking resolution through short-term goal-oriented forms of counselling.

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Career Counselling & Coaching

Offering people guidance with choosing, building or changing their career path.

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Self-Harm

Helping people work on expressing their feelings in a more positive way.

Therapy Modalities Melanie uses With Clients

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Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Develop self-awareness & understanding of past influences on present behaviour.

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Humanistic Psychotherapy

Focusing on a you as a whole & with a core belief that humans are innately good.

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Integrative Psychotherapy

A unifying psychotherapy helping affirm the inherent value of each individual.

Mindfulness Therapy & Counselling

Mindfulness

Helping to control your thoughts & feelings, rather than be controlled by them.

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What Is Psychotherapy?

Dealing with past events that make you feel unsafe, helpless or vulnerable.

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Attachment-Based Therapy

Securing attachments to help rebuild emotionally secure relationships.

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Therapeutic Coaching

Giving help to individuals, groups or teams with the aim to achieve positive change.

Melanie Cox – Working Hours

Monday 08:30 – 13:00 Thursday 13:00 – 16:30
Tuesday 13:00 – 17:00 Friday 08:30 – 12:00
Wednesday 09:00 – 15:00 Sat-Sun 10:00 – 18:00

Contact Details

Melanie Cox, psychotherapist, can be reached using the following:
Mobile: 07973 450424
Email: [email protected]
Website: HQ Therapy.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Should I Seek Therapy?

Many people, new to this type of help, believe that they need to be suffering from “mental illness” or serious “psychological problems”, or be in crisis in order for therapy and counselling to be appropriate for them. This is a common misconception; anyone can benefit from therapy when it comes to helping you deal with your personal feelings and problems, make positive changes in your life, and understand yourself better.

So what is therapy and counselling? If you’re new to this world then the first steps can sometimes be the most difficult. Therapy can be a very effective treatment for a whole range of personal problems covering areas from physical and emotional problems, different types of behavioural disorders, through to human sexuality issues and a host of wellbeing and complementary therapy techniques.

Any problem you have that is causing you concern, anxiety or distress is a valid and appropriate reason to reach out and find a therapist and talk to them about it. Far from something to be ashamed of, acknowledging your vulnerability and asking for help is a sign of maturity and strength.

If you feel that you have a desire and are committed to making changes in your life in order to overcome your current problems and achieve more long-term satisfaction, psychological wellbeing and personal fulfilment, then you are ready to seek therapy. We are here to help you work through a wide range of therapy issues that might be troubling you.

Will Information About Me Be Safe & Secure?

It is quite normal to be hesitant when it comes to sharing private and intimate information about yourself with a stranger. You may fear that you will receive judgment from your therapist, or that your therapist will share your details with others.

HQ Therapy Rooms takes your privacy and confidentiality very seriously. Our therapists are required to keep everything said in therapy sessions between you, just like your doctor is required to keep your records private.

For therapy to be effective, there must be unconditional trust built between you and your therapist, and this relies on a shared understanding of confidentiality. It applies to the outside world as well: it is standard practice for therapists not to acknowledge their clients if they run into them outside of the therapy rooms in order to help protect their client’s confidentiality. Read our full privacy policy for more information.

Can I Contact You For Advice About Getting Therapy?

Talking about your thoughts and feelings with a supportive therapist can often make you feel better and help you face your problems. It feels good to be listened to and to know that someone cares about you and wants to help. It is important that you find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and can build a trusting relationship to help you make positive changes in your life.

But how do you know what type of therapy is right for you? Taking the first steps in finding the right therapist can be the biggest hurdle for newcomers, so we have made it easy. Simply fill out the form below in confidence, and one of our fully qualified referral therapists can work with you to make sure you connect with the right practitioner and receive the correct therapy and counselling services you require.

Our practitioners deal with a wide range of therapy issues using different types of therapy modalities tailored for the types of clients we work with. We also cater for people who are beset with financial difficulties, offering them services ranging from low-cost therapy and reduced rate therapy, to working with seasoned, qualified and accredited talking therapists.

 

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