Melanie Cawthorn
Psychotherapist in Stamford

** All sessions are now available In-Person or remotely via Teams vide, both in Cambridge and Stamford.**

Everyone is different and ‘mental health', as we know, covers a huge spectrum of difficulties. That's why, when it comes to treatment, there is no one size fits all.
My two clinics are: Stamford, which is within easy reach of the A1 and Trumpington, Cambridge that can be easily accessed from the M11.

As your therapist, it is my job to talk with you in order to help you, and I, better understand what you are going through and identify how best to help you to manage those difficulties effectively. To do that, I will call upon my 30 years of experience gained in a variety of roles, and settings and my extensive knowledge of different therapeutic approaches in addressing mental health issues.

You may be facing a number of different challenges in your life which may need slightly different approaches.
My experience includes working alongside clients suffering with depression, anxiety disorders - including panic and agoraphobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and generalised anxiety disorder. I have also helped a number of clients whose phobias, health anxiety and low self-esteem were hampering their lifestyle.

Very often I will call upon different techniques to help you. I am a registered mental health nurse, a fully qualified and accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapist for Depression (IPT). I have a degree in Integrative Counselling. That provides me with various psychological concepts to talk over with you in order to find the one that you feel most comfortable with.

I continue to work within the NHS as a CBT therapist and supervisor and I work for the Universities of East Anglia and Hertfordshire as a clinical supervisor and visiting lecturer.

My practice includes different modalities such as CBT, IPT, EMDR and counselling.

Stamford consulting rooms are situated in the heart of Stamford, Lincolnshire, within easy reach of Peterborough, Oundle, Rutland and surrounding areas, as well as Spalding and Market Deeping. There is plenty of parking nearby.

Cambridge therapy rooms are located in Trumpington with parking facilities with ease of access to the park and ride.
Excellent location for many of the surrounding areas.

Background & Psychotherapy Qualifications

Professional qualifications:
Registered Mental Nurse (RMN): May 1987
BSc Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy: Sept 08
Post Graduate Diploma in CBT: June 2011
IAPT Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) for Depression: June 2015
EMDR: Part 1: Feb 2018; Part 2: April 2018; Part 3: Sept 2018

Professional memberships
Accredited Member of the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) - CBT Psychotherapist
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) - Registered Nurse (Mental Health)
EMDR Association UK & Ireland

I hold professional liability insurance and I have current DBS/CRB.

I am registered with the following insurance companies:
AXA PPP Healthcare
PRU HEALTH
BUPA
WPA
Aviva
Cigna
Simply Health
Vitality Health Legacy

My Specialisms

Adults struggling with:
Depression and post natal depression
A difficult life change/s
Mental health and well-being
Low self-esteem and Social anxiety
Panic
Trauma
Anxiety and/or OCD
Phobias
Health Anxiety, sometimes referred to as Illness anxiety

Approach to Psychotherapy & How I Work

My therapeutic style is based in compassion and empathy as I am genuinely interested in getting to know you and the problem, so that together we can find the right combination of therapeutic techniques and interventions that best suit your needs.

A testimonial - "I started seeing Melanie after suffering depression following years of emotional abuse during my marriage. With her help I have found my self worth, feel positive about the future and actually realise what I have going for me. I am able to deal with situations that I would have previously found difficult, and have realised that only I can make myself happy, and likewise, only others can make themselves happy. I feel mentally stronger than I have ever done before, thanks to Melanie."

Therapies & Rates

Please note the rates detailed below are there to give you an idea of the therapists standard rates, we strongly advise you contact the therapist for more detailed rates and any offers they may have.

Therapy	Appointment Type	Rate
Psychotherapy	Online/Telephone	Please Call
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy	Online/Telephone	Please Call
EMDR	Online/Telephone	Please Call
EMDR	Online/Telephone	Please Call

Additional Rate Information

I am now offering all therapies via online platforms and in-person. Therapy sessions are Monday and Tuesday in Cambridge, Wednesday in Stamford; Sunday and BH on request only. Weekdays: £100 Sundays and Bank Holidays; £125 EMDR: £125 for 60mins I am able to to offer block booking discounts. Please contact me if you wish to explore this further. Sessions usually last between 45-55mins CBT Supervision is also available: Individual supervision sessions are charged at £80 per 1 hour session and subject to the same cancellation policy. Group supervision may also available, please contact me to discuss your needs.

Testimonials