Mellissa Hooper

Mel is an endorsed educational and developmental psychologist working with children, families, teens, and adults across a range of areas. Mels therapeutic approach, is client centred, holistic and collaborative.

Mel places importance on creating a safe space and positive connection with her clients. She believes in giving consideration to the mind, body, environment, and various systems in which an individual functions, when working with clients to make positive changes.

Mel uses evidence based tools and techniques in her integrated approach to therapy drawing on, a range of cognitive behaviour therapies , relational therapies, expressive therapies and positive psychology.

Areas in which she can provide support include:

·      Anxiety, depression or emotional conflicts

·      Social and relationship challenges

·      Behavioural concerns

·      Building self esteem and resilience

·      Life transitions and stress

·      Embracing neurodiversity and navigating concerns

·      Parenting support and education

·      Grief and loss

Mel has in depth experience conducting Assessments including

·      Autism, ADHD, and developmental assessments

·      Cognitive and Learning assessments

·      Functional assessments

·      Mental Health assessments