Melisha Pillay, BACP
Counselling to reclaim confidence and freedom
- Creative interventions
- Faith-inclusive counselling
- Empathy honesty trust
About Melisha Pillay
Melisha Pillay frames the therapeutic journey as a place to pause, breathe, and recognize fundamental truths about oneself - that one is loved, important, and valuable. She creates a respectful, welcoming space where individuals can begin from the inside out, exploring matters that may feel too difficult to raise elsewhere.
Drawing on her own experience of a time when she felt she had lost her voice, Melisha speaks from a place of personal understanding. Working with a therapist helped her recover confidence and a renewed sense of self, and that experience now informs her approach to supporting others toward similar freedom.
In practice she uses creative interventions designed to help people move from where they are to where they want to be more efficiently. Melisha values clients' personal beliefs and often works with those beliefs as part of the therapeutic process so change can occur in a way that feels authentic. Her core professional values are empathy, honesty, and trust, which she aims to maintain in every counselling session to make space for open, meaningful work.
Melisha carries the BACP credential - a recognition associated with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and offers Christian counselling as well as support that is respectful of each client’s own faith or value system.
Drawing on her own experience of a time when she felt she had lost her voice, Melisha speaks from a place of personal understanding. Working with a therapist helped her recover confidence and a renewed sense of self, and that experience now informs her approach to supporting others toward similar freedom.
In practice she uses creative interventions designed to help people move from where they are to where they want to be more efficiently. Melisha values clients' personal beliefs and often works with those beliefs as part of the therapeutic process so change can occur in a way that feels authentic. Her core professional values are empathy, honesty, and trust, which she aims to maintain in every counselling session to make space for open, meaningful work.
Melisha carries the BACP credential - a recognition associated with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and offers Christian counselling as well as support that is respectful of each client’s own faith or value system.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melisha Pillay have?
Melisha Pillay has 4 years of experience.
Is Melisha Pillay a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential - a recognition associated with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Melisha Pillay provide therapy?
Melisha Pillay provides therapy in English.
Where is Melisha Pillay located?
Melisha Pillay is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Melisha Pillay as my therapist?
You can work with Melisha Pillay through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melisha Pillay work with international clients?
Yes, Melisha Pillay works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melisha Pillay cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could remote therapy be a good fit for you?
Many people consider whether remote therapy can truly help. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and navigating life transitions - online therapy can offer benefits similar to traditional in-person work and is often a practical, effective option.One major advantage is flexibility. Individuals can connect with therapists in the format that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy life.
Licensed professionals provide these services, and clients have the option to switch therapists if they feel a different match would be more helpful. For many people, the combination of convenience and professional support makes online therapy a valuable pathway to address personal challenges and goals.