Dr Melissa Bakhurst
BA(Hons), MProfPsych, PhD
Provisional Psychologist
Key Areas of Interest
- Relationships
- Communication
- Life transitions
- Posttraumatic stress
- Work-related stress
- Identity
- Grief
- Depression
- Anxiety
Therapeutic Framework/Strategies
- CBT
- Psychoeducation
- Mindfulness
About Melissa
Melissa is a Provisional Psychologist with a background in mental health research, specifically with military and first responder couples and families. She is passionate about empowering her clients to live their best lives despite mental health challenges.
Melissa creates a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their concerns without pressure or judgement. She ensures clients feel heard, understood, and free to work at a pace that is right for them.
How Melissa might support you
Melissa uses an evidence-based approach, predominantly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), to help clients work through difficult thoughts and feelings and learn strategies that will help them to support their own mental wellbeing in the long term.