Mel offers a different perspective on things and helped me feel more calm and heard. Thank you
Melanie Padron Golding, BACP
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.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Melanie. View 16 reviews
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
Recent reviews
Melanie is an absolute star ! I have never felt so comfortable with a therapist before . She listens , is very empathetic and so supportive . Mel’s expertise has helped me , to tackle life long issues and to actually understand , where they stem from . I am super happy and I always look forward to our sessions together . I cannot wait to continue my healing journey with the help of Melanie . If you have Melanie as a therapist you are very lucky
More about Melanie
- 15 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
I am a person-centred therapist licensed in the UK with fifteen years of experience working as a counselling practitioner. I have helped my clients overcome a variety of concerns experienced in their lives. I work with all age ranges but specialise in working with young adults and people in the arts. My recent work includes helping people who face transgender challenges, sexual orientation, eating disorders, substance and alcohol abuse, social disengagement, low self-esteem, confidence, trauma, family conflicts, loss, separation & divorce, suicidal tendencies, and self-harm. Furthermore, I work with clients with official diagnoses of developmental disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). I also work with depression, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, and PTSD.
I am a warm person who creates a safe environment for your healing. I ensure your sessions are comfortable for you to eliminate the feelings of vulnerability and awkwardness. It takes great courage to make changes to your life; sometimes we need a helping hand to get us back on track.
My approach is humanistic however, I consider myself integrative as I draw from theorists for certain needs such as exploring trauma and attachments. All sessions are client-led and I accompany you on your journey towards better times as I intuitively attune to you and specifically cater to your needs.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 375433 · Expires September 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 Padron Golding
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Mel offers a different perspective on things and helped me feel more calm and heard. Thank you
Melanie is an absolute star ! I have never felt so comfortable with a therapist before . She listens , is very empathetic and so supportive . Mel’s expertise has helped me , to tackle life long issues and to actually understand , where they stem from . I am super happy and I always look forward to our sessions together . I cannot wait to continue my healing journey with the help of Melanie . If you have Melanie as a therapist you are very lucky
Melanie is absolutely incredible, very quickly I felt entirely comfortable to be vulnerable and she handled delicate subject matters with care, sensitivity and kindness. She demonstrates incredible knowledge and I can’t recommend her enough, she helped me through a particularly turbulent time in my life and made me feel so at ease.
It has been very helpful for me to speak regularly with Melanie. She really ‘gets me’- being at a similar life stage to me (peri menopausal, working mum) in addition to being a trained psychotherapist has made it easy to connect with her and it didn’t take long for me to trust her. She gives me interesting insights into my problems and suggestions for dealing with either difficult emotions or tricky situations that work.
Melanie ha sido de gran ayuda en mi vida, la recomiendo 100%. A veces pareciera que te conoce mejor que uno mismo con las palabras que utiliza para hacerte reflexionar.
She’s great!
My sessions with Melanie have been so helpful in allowing me to both discuss and analyse some dark and difficult issues from my childhood but at the same time, allowing me to focus on difficult issues that have come up recently that I need support to get through in the moment. She’s patient and insightful and has an excellent way of summarising an issue or distilling the main underlying problem behind what seems to be a more complex problem. I feel less overwhelmed when she simplifies a big problem to the core issue because I can then find ways to cope and move forwards more positively.
I had eye-opening conversations with Melanie every time we spoke. She lets me talk and then reads between the lines and gives insights, that I haven’t though of. She is very empathatic, understanding and non-judegemental. I felt like I can truly open up and be honest to her and also myself, enabling an honest assessment of my situation and possibilities. I recommend her to everyone who is ready to start honestly work on themselves.
Melanie is a great listener and has been great at helping me figure out my messed up situation
I've been in therapy multiple times over multiple years. Nobody has helped me as much as Melanie so far.
If you struggle with feeling as if no one believes you when you're struggling, she will simply understand and accept you. She will simply not doubt you, and will try to get you the support you need.
I've really enjoyed my sessions with Melanie :) She is welcoming, understanding, patient, resourceful, caring, helpful, encouraging, curious and has been supportive in letting me lead the topics of each session. She's provided me helpful worksheets to explore my inner world further. Highly recommend her as a therapist!
Es muy atenta y sabe escuchar y guiar muy bien durante la terapia!
Best
The dream therapist. Mel speaks to you and guides you on a personal and inspiring level - we had 6 powerful sessions together and just halfway through I felt a tremendous change in my lifestyle and mindset. Mel will ensure you are always comfortable, heard, and helps you discuss the exact challenges in your current life whilst implementing very beneficial steps for improvement. I look forward to speaking with her again in the new year!
Melanie was assigned to me when I first joined BetterHelp. She was so supportive and helped me through the tough times and to navigate my thoughts. She is so easy to chat to and you can feel that she really cares about you and what you’re saying, like chatting to a friend. She was always on time for the meetings and provided worksheets to focus my thoughts in between sessions.
Frequently asked questions
Does Melanie Padron Golding offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melanie Padron Golding 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 Padron Golding speak?
Melanie Padron Golding speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Melanie Padron Golding have?
Melanie Padron Golding has 15 years of experience.
Where is Melanie Padron Golding licensed to practice?
Melanie Padron Golding is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Melanie Padron Golding accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Melanie Padron Golding does not accept 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 Padron Golding offer?
Melanie Padron Golding offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Melanie Padron Golding?
Melanie Padron Golding 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 Padron Golding?
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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.