Flavia Melo

• Stress and anxiety
• Somatic techniques
• CBT and mindfulness

About Flavia

Flavia Melo works with stress, anxiety, depression and trauma by focusing on how the body and mind interact. She uses body-centred psychosomatic methods alongside talking therapy to help people notice physical patterns linked to emotions. She is registered with the BACP and has seven years' experience.

Flavia begins by asking about recent symptoms and what the person hopes to change. Early sessions look at bodily responses - breath, tension and posture - as clues to emotional habits. She combines these observations with conversational work so people can link physical experience to thoughts and actions.

Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness to spot unhelpful thinking and to develop practical skills for day-to-day coping. She also uses somatic techniques to address held tension and Internal Family Systems ideas to map different parts of a person's inner life.

Flavia helps with relationship and intimacy issues, self‑esteem, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting stresses, career concerns, and perinatal matters such as pregnancy and postpartum depression. She also supports people dealing with panic, body image, codependency and feelings of emptiness.

Sessions may include movement, breath work, and creative elements such as music or art alongside talking. Flavia offers work in English and Portuguese, and she accepts international clients. To start, people follow the online matching process and schedule a first session.

How her approaches work in online counselling

Flavia uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and somatic techniques which translate into practical online work. CBT focuses on noticing thought patterns and testing new ways of thinking and behaving, helping with anxiety, low mood and unhelpful routines. Somatic methods attend to breath, posture and body tension, using awareness and gentle exercises to reduce physical stress and to support emotional regulation.

Choosing the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods in early sessions and agree what fits the person's needs and preferences. This is a collaborative process where adjustments are made as understanding grows.

Practical benefits of remote sessions include easier fitting of appointments around daily life and less travel time. If you are considering online meetings, confirm which session formats are available before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can include short check‑ins, guided breathing or movement practices and talking-based sessions that slot into work or family routines.

Topics Flavia lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Relationship issues
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Coping with life changes
• Family conflicts
• Trauma and abuse
• Intimacy-related issues
• Eating disorders
• Sleeping disorders
• Parenting issues
• Career difficulties
• Avoidant personality
• Body image
• Codependency
• Emptiness
• Family problems
• Life purpose
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Postpartum depression
• Pregnancy and childbirth
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
• Self-harm
• Self-love
• Sexuality
• Somatization
• Women's issues
• Workplace issues

Ways of working

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Somatic Therapy
• Internal Family Systems

Questions about Flavia

Does she work with anxiety?

Yes. Anxiety and panic attacks are listed areas of focus and are addressed through body‑centred work and CBT skills.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She combines psychosomatic methods with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, mindfulness and Internal Family Systems ideas.

How much experience does she have?

She has seven years' experience working with stress, trauma and related concerns.

Is she registered and where does she practise?

She is registered with the BACP and is based in the United Kingdom.

Can I see her if I don't live in the UK?

Yes. She accepts international clients and offers sessions for people outside the UK.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are offered.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started with her?

Select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.