Psychotherapy by Mel

20/06/2025

Anxiety is more than just feeling stressed... it's a complex response that can manifest in many ways – from persistent worry to physical symptoms. Recognising these signs is crucial for seeking effective support. If you or someone you know is struggling, reaching out is a brave first step.

09/06/2025

It's been an absolute honour and privilege to supervise dissertations this past year! As I read through the final submissions, my heart is filled with pride for the incredible dedication, hard work, and intellectual curiosity that each student has poured into their research.

Witnessing their growth and seeing their unique perspectives come to life through their work has been a truly rewarding experience. The journey from initial idea to a complete, insightful dissertation is a testament to their resilience and passion.

Congratulations to my amazing students! I can't wait to see the positive impact you'll make in the future.

08/05/2025

It was a pleasure to facilitate a workshop on Advocacy in Healthcare Services at the National Autism Conference

It's always a humbling experience to share the stage with inspiring activists, with the sole aim of supporting and empowering autistic and neurodiverse individuals 🙏

Directorate for Disability Issues - Malta Autism Advisory Council

Inklużjoni

20/03/2025

So grateful to have had the opportunity to discuss Young Women and Consent with Antonella Bugeja and Emma Agius for The SHE Word Young Women Edition.

Consent, assault, r**e... The boundaries that we may or may not place, and having them respected ... This is a discussion that all genders would benefit from.

Thank you Sasha Vella for putting this topic on the table 🙏

Tonight at 7pm on YouTube and Spotify

21/01/2025

Many adults experience challenges with focus, organization, time management, and emotional regulation. While these can stem from various factors, they may also be indicative of ADHD.

An adult ADHD assessment can:

- Assess for inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
- Gain clarity: Determine if ADHD is contributing to your current challenges.
- Develop personalised strategies: Create tailored plans for improved focus, organization, and emotional regulation.
- Unlock your potential: Enhance productivity, improve relationships, and achieve greater success in your personal and professional life.

If you're interested in an ADHD assessment, always ensure that you go to a qualified mental health professional.

13/01/2025

What does Anxiety feel like for you? Do your palms sweat, does your heart beat faster? Is this a strange feeling, or are you so used to your own fast heartbeat that when it slows down you feel confused?

What does Anxiety feel like for you? Do your palms sweat, does your heart beat faster? Is this a strange feeling, or are you so used to your own fast heartbeat

08/01/2025

Exams are one of the main stressors for young people, and this stress can really affect our productivity. Here are some tips and ideas that can help you this exam season.

Create the right working environment

- Have comfortable furniture to sit on. Get a larger desk (or makeshift one with extra chairs), giving you more comfort when spreading out notes and books.

- Declutter your space.

- Buy fun and nice stationiary – make studying fun with colourful pens and notepads.

Eliminate Distractions

- Find some quiet – if you have noisy siblings or constant activity at home that can make it hard to focus on studying. Consider going to a library or cafe. Or have a talk with your family to stop entering your room when you’re studying.

- Use music – this isn’t for everyone, but many people express that music helps their concentration. Find your own “concentration music” (this can be repetitive, or songs you love).

Exams are one of the main stressors for young people, and this stress can really affect our productivity. Here are some tips and ideas that can help you this ex

14/11/2024

Self-esteem generally starts developing in children, around the age of 3. Through the approval and praise from the adults around us, we begin to view ourselves positively. A healthy self-esteem tends to make us happier, but having low self-esteem doesn’t mean we’re doomed to feel that way forever, we can do something to change it!

14/11/2024

Self-esteem generally starts developing in children, around the age of 3. Through the approval and praise from the adults around us, we begin to view ourselves positively. A healthy self-esteem tends to make us happier, but having low self-esteem doesn’t mean we’re doomed to feel that way forever, we can do something to change it!

Self-esteem generally starts developing in children, around the age of 3. Through the approval and praise from the adults around us, we begin to view ourselves positively. A healthy self-esteem tends to make us happier, but having low self-esteem doesn’t mean we’re doomed to feel that way foreve...

12/11/2024

Have you ever considered the ther**eutic benefits of music? 🎶

You’ve heard of art therapy, you’ve probably also heard of drama therapy, but what about music therapy? Music therapy involves using sound, or vibrations, t

25/10/2024

Anger is an emotion, same as happiness and sadness. And this means that anger in itself is not a problem, but rather what we can do when we are angry. This is the same as happiness and sadness… after all, if I get so happy that I start spending all my money, then that’s an issue as well.

Anger can be channeled in a constructive way which supports your goals in life, rather than hinders them. Here are some things you can do to let go of your anger...

23/10/2024

Last week I had the pleasure of being invited to speak on a panel about LGBTQIA+ issues. It was heartwarming to hear the questions posed by future doctors, who seemed to have a genuine interest in understanding the reality of LGBTQIA+ individuals, with the aim of helping their patients holistically.

Thank you for the invite 🙏