Tailored Career Coaching for Aspiring Psychologists in the U.K.
Pursuing a career in psychology is rewarding, but the path can feel confusing. I’m a Trainee Counselling Psychologist, and I offer career coaching to support you in finding clarity and taking practical steps toward your goals, whether you're applying for Assistant Psychologist roles, preparing for a Psychology Doctorate, or exploring the next stage in your journey. Together, we’ll determine what’s right for you and how to get there.
This is for you if you want to…
💡 Make sense of the different routes in psychology and choose the one that’s right for you
💡 Stop second-guessing your experience and learn how to present it clearly
💡 Strengthen your CV, AP supporting statements, and AP interviews with tailored, honest feedback
💡 Prepare for doctorate applications with support on personal statements, research proposals, and interviews
💡 Feel more in control of your career journey, with clear next steps instead of confusion and uncertainty
Services
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Psychology Doctorate
If you’re applying for a Psychology Doctorate, such as the DClinPsy or DCounsPsych, you want to feel prepared and clear about how to present your strengths. These services are designed to support you at every stage, from refining your personal statement and research proposal, to preparing for the interview. You’ll get focused feedback to help you clearly communicate your clinical experience, professional values, and readiness for training.
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Assistant Psychologist
Struggling to get shortlisted for Assistant Psychologist roles? Not sure how to approach the Supporting Information section? I offer tailored support to strengthen your application, including in-depth CV and supporting information reviews to ensure your experience aligns clearly with the person specification. I also provide 1:1 interview preparation sessions, where you’ll practice answering commonly asked questions in a supportive setting.
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Career Coaching
If you're feeling uncertain about your next steps in psychology or overwhelmed by the options, career coaching and guidance can help bring clarity. These sessions offer a supportive, flexible space to explore your goals, navigate the field, and identify the psychology pathways that align with your interests. Each session is tailored to your individual questions, challenges, and next steps, so you can move forward with more clarity.
About me
My name is Melisa, and I’m a BACP Registered Psychotherapist and Trainee Counselling Psychologist. Throughout my psychology journey, I’ve gained experience across both the NHS and private sector, working as an Assistant Psychologist and Research Assistant at UCL. I’m now continuing my training on a Counselling Psychology Doctorate programme.
Along the way, I’ve learned how to navigate the competitive landscape of psychology careers—successfully receiving three Assistant Psychologist offers from 16 applications, and securing a place on the doctorate on my first attempt.
Disclaimer: My advice and services are based on personal experience and advice from colleagues and peers. I am still undergoing my training in Counselling Psychology, and am not yet HCPC or BPS accredited.
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