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Blossom Counselling and Wellbeing

COUNSELLING & wellbeing workshops and programmes in Ballymena, Co Antrim & online

CONTACT ME BY EMAIL

Blossom Counselling and Wellbeing

in Ballymena, Co Antrim &

online throughout the UK and Ireland

Happiness blooms from within

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About Blossom Counselling and Wellbeing

Welcome, and Meet Your Counsellor and Facilitator

at Blossom Counselling and Wellbeing

My name is Melissa, and I am a warm, empathic integrative counsellor, deeply committed to supporting clients in overcoming challenges and improving their wellbeing.

I offer individual therapeutic counselling services and group wellbeing workshops and programmes.


Drawing from various approaches like person-centred counselling, CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness, I adapt to each client’s unique needs. My compassionate and personalised approach ensures you feel heard, valued, and supported in a safe, non-judgemental space.


I am a fully qualified counsellor and registered member of the BACP and accredited member of the NCPS, which means my practice meets the recognised standards of competent, safe, and ethical practice.

What you can expect from counselling?

You might want a safe space where you can talk freely and openly about thoughts and feelings you are struggling with. This also might involve supporting you to make connections from current difficulties to past experiences. Helping you understand yourself and your difficulties at a deeper level, which can lead to personal growth and healing.

You might want supported to manage how you are feeling and use the sessions to alleviate painful and distressing symptoms experienced from trauma, anxiety, stress or depression. I have a wide range of experience providing individually tailored strategies and techniques to help you work through your difficulties.

I understand thinking about coming to counselling can be daunting and I want you to know I will make every effort to make you feel as comfortable as possible by providing a warm, compassionate, safe confidential space belonging to you, where you can go at your own pace, sharing what feels right and comfortable for you. Putting your needs at the heart of therapy.

Wellbeing Workshops & Programmes

My wellbeing workshops and programmes are designed to support individuals and groups in enhancing their mental and emotional health.


I offer pre-designed sessions on various wellbeing topics, as well as customised programmes tailored to your needs. I am a qualified counsellor with extensive experience in mental health and wellbeing, and I also have a background in Human Resources.


I provide a supportive space where participants can explore various aspects of their wellbeing and learn practical strategies and tools for improving their overall quality of life.


You can choose to attend online or in person. I also offer on-site sessions and can come to your organisation to deliver group workshops and programmes.


Contact me to find out more about how I can help and what I can offer.

free initial consultation
A Safe Space to talk

Whatever brings you to counselling, I am fully committed to providing an environment where you will feel safe, accepted, and supported as you work through your difficulties to make lasting changes.

Understanding your pain

You might be dealing with painful loss, relationship or family difficulties, low self-esteem or confidence. Counselling can help you gain insight and clarity while feeling truly heard and understood.

Creating a healthier tomorrow

Together, we can explore practical strategies and tools to help you manage difficult emotions, feel more in control, and move toward the life you want.

'One day at a time, one step at a time, one breath at a time'

What can I help with?

Types of issues counselling

can help with

Anxiety
Stress
Depression
ADHD
Problems with low self-esteem and confidence
Family issues
Relationship difficulties
Trauma
Autism
Grief, loss or bereavement
Abuse
Work related stress

Types of topics in wellbeing workshops/programmes

Anxiety
Stress
Mood
Dealing with strong emotions
Trauma
Self-care
Mindfulness and relaxation
Self-esteem
Creative wellbeing and mindfulness
Resilience
Anger
Relationships

What my clients say...

"Counselling has helped me work through my issues whilst at the same time helped me gain a greater understanding of my emotions, feelings and how to work through them. I feel in a much better place and have learnt techniques and coping strategies. Thanks Melissa."

I started counselling to work on low self-esteem and confidence. It helped me understand the root causes of my low self-esteem and confidence by exploring past experiences, particularly from childhood. Through the process, I gained valuable insights and learned practical tools to manage my thoughts and emotions more effectively. I've noticed a real shift-I feel more confident and validated, and I have started to heal from the past. It's been a very positive experience."

"Melissa was warm, patient, and created a safe, non-judgemental space where I felt comfortable talking. She provided useful insights and practical coping tools that really supported me. I highly recommend Melissa, she's an amazing counsellor."

"Melissa is a very skilled counsellor who is able to understand what you are experiencing."

My location

I work in Ballymena, Co Antrim, Northern Ireland and online.


I offer in person counselling sessions in Ballymena, Co Antrim and online throughout the UK and Ireland.

Fees & availability

I provide one-to-one sessions lasting 50–60 minutes, available face-to-face, online, or by telephone.

My availability is Monday to Friday, with early morning, daytime hours and evening availability. I can also be flexible in arranging times that suit your schedule week to week.

My fees are £55 for face-to-face sessions and £50 for online or telephone sessions.

I have limited availability for concessions.

Get in touch

I offer a free initial telephone consultation. Once you get in touch, I will respond, generally, within 24 hours to arrange a mutually convenient time for us to discuss how I can help you.


If you have any questions about how counselling works, want to book a session or would like to arrange a free initial telephone consultation, please feel free to contact me. The consultation allows us to discuss your reasons for considering counselling, and if I am the right therapist to assist you.

Additionally, you can use this form to reach out if you are interested in learning more about the wellbeing workshops and programmes I offer.

All enquiries are typically answered within 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from my first session?

The first session we will get to know each other better, begin to develop a deeper understanding of the difficulties you are facing, and talk through what you would like to get from our sessions.

It is also a chance for me to talk to you about the counselling process, fill you in on all the practicalities, and go through a working agreement, so we are both clear on what to expect. 

How long will I need to have counselling?

The duration of the counselling process is not fixed and may vary from person to person, depending on the complexity of the issues being addressed.

You have the autonomy to determine the length of your therapy, and my objective is to ensure that therapy continues only as long as it provides benefit to you.

Your counselling experience will be tailored specifically to you, meaning the number of sessions you attend will be unique to your needs. 

What can I expect from counselling?

A warm welcoming space where you will feel heard and safe to talk about how you feel and supported to work through whatever is causing you difficulty.

I will work in collaboration with you, putting your needs and goals at the heart of therapy. This your space where it is all about you and belongs to you.

Will everything I say be kept confidential?

Counselling sessions are private, unlike chats with friends and family. The confidentiality of our weekly sessions creates a safe space for you to openly and freely express your thoughts and feelings.

Note that there may be some situations where known or suspected serious risk of harm to you or someone else has been identified, and where the law requires that I notify an authority; in these cases, I may not be able to keep total confidentiality. Breaking confidentiality is very rare though and I’ll always strive to talk to you about it first.

© Melissa McNamee

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