As a counsellor and psychotherapist, Melissa has always had a great interest in supporting women with postnatal depression. This has extended to support the partners and family members of those who suffer with perinatal mood disorders. Melissa is the founder and Director of Baby and Beyond Parental Counselling. Melissa has a strong therapeutic background and completed an Internship at Tresillian Family Care Centres. Melissa also works in adult education, lecturing at Universities across Sydney. Her strong academic history includes published papers in professional journals.