About Mel
Your safe space to begin
Hi, I’m Mel, a qualified Drug and Alcohol Counsellor with more than 12 years of specialist experience supporting adults with substance use concerns, co-occurring mental health concerns and complex life circumstances.
My qualifications and training include a Bachelor of Arts from Monash University, with a double major in Criminology and Behavioural Studies, an Alcohol and Other Drugs Skill Set, Equine Therapy Facilitation and SMART Recovery.
I founded Authentic You Counselling to provide compassionate, confidential and genuinely non-judgemental support that meets you where you are—whether you want to stop, reduce your use or minimise harm.
My Approach
My approach is client-centred, compassionate and non-judgemental. I understand that alcohol and other drug use can be connected with mental health, trauma, stress, relationships and difficult life experiences.
We will work collaboratively at a pace that feels comfortable, with your individual goals guiding our sessions. Together, we can build on your strengths, develop practical strategies and support changes that feel realistic and sustainable.
Who I Support
I provide online counselling for adults across Australia, including people who:
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Want to reduce or stop their alcohol or drug use
Want to understand their triggers or behavioural patterns
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Are concerned about their current substance use
Need support with cravings or maintaining change
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Are experiencing co-occurring mental health concerns
Have been referred or required to attend counselling
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Are attending counselling voluntarily
Are affected by complex personal or family circumstances
Online counselling allows you to access confidential support from a private and comfortable space without needing to travel.
Ready to Take the Next Step
Whether you are ready to make a change or are only beginning to consider your relationship with alcohol or other drugs, you are welcome to begin the conversation.