About me
Mels Space Birth Trauma Counselling
"At least you have a healthy baby."
If you have heard this—or found yourself repeating it just to get through the day—know that having a healthy baby is the most important thing, but it is not the only important thing.
Are you just "getting on with it" but pushing all of the confusing thoughts and signs of trauma deep inside to get through each day?
There is nothing else quite like carrying the heavy, exhausting weight of birth trauma. You might be enduring flashbacks, anxiety, hypervigilance or a sense of detachment and perhaps believing that this is your "new normal". Living with the aftermath of a traumatic birth is not "just what you have to do".
I am here to assure you that "surviving your birth" is not the standard you should have to aspire to. You deserve to heal and thrive.
Whether your birth experience was weeks ago or years ago, the short- and long-term effects of birth trauma are real. But they do not have to be permanent.
How I Work: I have the heart and passion of a Doula, and use the Science of EMDR
I’m Mel, and at Mels Space, I provide specialist individual counselling for adults navigating the aftermath of birth trauma. I am not just a therapist who reads about this in textbooks; my expertise is deeply rooted in real-world experience and training:
The Doula Insight: Having trained and practised as a Birth Doula, I understand the maternity system, the physiology of birth, and the specific ways the system can leave parents feeling disempowered, unheard or unsafe.
The EMDR Expertise: To help you actually process and move past the trauma, I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). This isn't just talk therapy; it is a powerful, evidence-based treatment recommended by the NHS specifically for trauma recovery. It helps take the "sting" out of the memories so they no longer control your present.
You Don't Have to Do This Alone
Birth trauma can make you feel incredibly isolated, even in a room full of people. In my practice, there is no judgment, no toxic positivity, and no expectation for you to "look on the bright side." There is only safe, dedicated space for you to process what happened and reclaim your life.
It’s time to take care of you.
Ready to take the first step? Feel free to explore my website and read my blogs to learn more about how we can work together at melsspace.com. When you're ready, reach out with a free 20min consultation on my webpage. Let's start rewriting your story.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice
- Princess Trust Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling Practice
- Level 1,2 and 3 EMDR Trained
- Nurturing Birth, Birth & Postnatal Doula Course Certificate
- AIM level 3 certificate in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£70.00 per session
Further information
Healing doesn’t look the same for everyone, which is why my approach is entirely tailored to you. Whether you need a deeply compassionate space to be heard and make sense of your experience, or you feel completely lost and need help figuring out where to start, we can navigate it together.
Where to find me: I offer warm, welcoming in-person counselling from my therapy room in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, as well as online sessions for clients nationwide.
Your baby is welcome: If you have a baby who isn't mobile yet, please know they are incredibly welcome to come with you to your sessions. You don't need to worry about childcare to get the support you deserve.
On your terms: Trauma recovery isn't a race. You might only need a few sessions to process a specific aspect of your experience, or you may want longer-term support. How long we work together is entirely your decision.
Take Your First Step
Choosing a therapist is a deeply personal decision, and it is vital that you feel comfortable. To help you decide if I am the right person to walk alongside you, I offer a free, no-obligation initial consultation.
You can book this directly via my website at melsspace.com, or simply drop me an email here with any questions you have.
There is no pressure and no expectation. Whenever you are ready, I look forward to meeting you.
