
Barwon Counselling and Hypnotherapy
MPsych
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Melbourne, VIC 3004
Let's Connect 0425 834 528

Hi, I'm Melissiah.
Are you looking for affordable counselling with minimal wait times, so you can access support when you need it most? Many of my clients arrive feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck. They're often struggling with sleep issues, anxiety, stress, or grief—and feel like they’ve run out of ways to make things better. If you're ready to feel more like yourself again and start moving forward, I’m here to help. And as I believe everyone deserves access to mental health support, I also offer a range of free and low-cost resources on my website. You might have already seen some of these featured on my profile.
I work primarily with clients experiencing insomnia. My 4-session insomnia program blends CBT-I and hypnotherapy to target poor sleep, while also addressing any coexisting issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Tailored to your individual needs, it offers a structured, evidence-based path to quiet the mind and encourage deep restorative sleep.
Reaching out for support isn’t always easy, especially if you’ve been struggling on your own for a long time. But therapy can really make a difference. Imagine feeling calm and clear-headed again—sleeping better, worrying less, and feeling more like yourself. Please give me a call or visit my website to book a free 20-minute initial zoom consultation.
Call or Email Barwon Counselling and Hypnotherapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - 0425 834 528
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $89
- Couple Sessions $179
Payment Methods
Bank transfer, Cash, Cheque, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- NDIS

Barwon Counselling and Hypnotherapy
MPsych
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0425 834 528
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Certified Practising Counsellors Australia Melissiah Diabel
- In Practice for 1 year
- Counselling and Psychotherapy, Master of Professional Psychology, Graduated 2024
- Membership with Certified Practising Counsellors Australia 27014
- Degree/Diploma from Deakin University in Faculty of Health (BPsychSc) Bachelor of Psychological Science Honours / 2023
- Diploma from Australian College of Community Services and Care 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Expertise and Interests
Top Expertise
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Burnout
Practice Areas
- Anxiety
- Bereavement
- Chronic Illness
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Religious Trauma
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Deaf Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Deaf Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Existential
- Humanistic
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Neuro-Linguistic (NLP)
- Person-Centred
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic