Personalised support for mental health & growth
Discover-You Therapy offers a range of personalised mental health services for both children and adults.
We understand that every establishment is unique, which is why we tailor our services to meet the specific needs of each individual school.
Our mission is to provide compassionate support that empowers individuals, fosters growth, and promotes mental well-being.
One to one school counselling
Our integrative counselling approach creates a safe, confidential space where students can explore their thoughts and emotions, build self-awareness, and develop coping strategies
Workshops, assemblies & groups
Tailored sessions to educate, empower, and create lasting impact in schools. We create awareness and understanding about important topics such as relationships and misogyny.
I'm Mel De Luca
Providing Passionate, Empathic & Empowering support
Helping children and young people navigate emotional challenges, build resilience, and develop the confidence to thrive—both inside and outside the classroom.
Qualified & Experienced
Qualified Integrative Counsellor
I have experience working across a range of settings, including schools, colleges, and NHS IAPT services.
With over 10 years of experience working in educational settings, I understand the unique challenges students face and the importance of early intervention.
My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where clients feel truly heard, empowered, and supported on their journey toward reaching their full potential.
Relationships
Creating safe, respectful relationships
Teaching young people about healthy relationships and misogyny in schools is essential for creating safe, respectful and inclusive communities. Learning about boundaries, consent, mutual respect and equality can help our young people to form positive relationships and recognise harmful behaviours. By opening up conversations in school, we empower young people to think critically, challenge harmful messages and develop empathy and respect for themselves and others.
Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued in their relationships, and I am dedicated to helping create a future where this is the norm.
Professional training & development
Growing knowledge for effective help
I am committed to continually expanding my knowledge, skills, and understanding to ensure that I provide the most effective and up-to-date support for students and clients. Over the years, I have attended a variety of specialised trainings and gained extensive experience in a range of areas, including:
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Mindfulness
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Self-Harm & Suicide Ideation
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Neurodivergence & Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Anger Management
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Play Therapy
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Group Work Facilitation
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Domestic Violence Awareness
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Trauma-Informed Practice
Why choose me?
Boosting performance & wellbeing in schools
My work in schools helps increase attendance and focus and takes the pressure off school staff by offering essential support, allowing them to focus on their core responsibilities. With waiting lists for external and NHS services often being long and limited, I provide timely, longer-term assistance that ensures individuals get the help they need without delay. My approach goes beyond short-term solutions, offering sustained support that benefits both students and staff in the long run.
A whole school approach
Effective support in schools
I offer a holistic, whole-school approach through one-to-one counselling, assemblies and group work. The counselling can help students who need more specialist, long term support whereas group sessions, such as assemblies and workshops have a wider reach and can have a greater impact on the overall school community.
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Group work and assemblies can be tailored to address specific needs and themes relevant to your students. Past themes I have covered include:
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Mental Health & Wellbeing
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Mindfulness and Stress Management
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Healthy Relationships
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Misogyny and Gender Equality
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Anxiety and Coping Strategies
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Here's What People Think About Our Service
Mel listened to everyone and gave everyone a chance to share
Primary Teacher
Mel is a fantastic counsellor whose kind, caring approach has helped so many students. Given their ASC diagnosis, they are often turned away by other mental health professionals, but Mel works closely with our young people to achieve positive outcomes. Mel has helped with a wide range of issues from family, anxiety and gender identity, all with compassion and genuine empathy. Our parents and carers thank her for the difference that she has made.
Deputy Head of Treetops
I Liked how calming Mel was in the Mindfulness Workshop.
Primary school teacher
The workshop with Mel was fun & educational
Year 11student
I found the workshop really beneficial and very easy strategies to takeaway.
Primary Teacher
The workshop was very informative and interactive
Secondary School Staff
