Release.
Reset. Rebalance. Renew.

Every ending holds the seed of a new beginning. Healing is the journey of reconnecting with your true self, of peeling back the layers we’ve carried for so long and remembering the light that has always been within us.As we learn to make peace within, we create space to make peace with others, and slowly, with the world itself. Each step inward is a step toward balance, transformation, and the kind of calm that touches everything around us.

Introduction

Hey, I’m MelThis space was born from both my own healing and a calling that runs deep within my soul.Like so many, I’ve walked through grief, loss, trauma, and the heavy seasons of life. Those experiences taught me that healing isn’t about fixing what’s “broken”, it’s about remembering who we truly are beneath all the weight we carry. Through releasing and healing what’s no longer needed, serves us, or was even ours to hold onto.My search for that remembrance led me to both ancient and modern pathways of healing.

What my Clients say:

'From the moment I met Mel, her warm and calming nature instantly put me at ease.'
- Kerri

'I felt a sense of release and peace that I hadn’t experienced in a long time.'
- Eve

Testimonials:

“From the moment I met Mel, her warm and calming nature instantly put me at ease. I wasn’t sure what to expect from Reiki, but I immediately felt safe and comfortable in her presence. I’d been completely stressed for weeks, and my mind was racing, but Mel picked up on it straight away.I was blown away by how intuitive she was, she seemed to understand exactly what my mind and body were going through without me saying a word.As she worked, I noticed warmth in certain areas where her hands were gently moving above my body. It was subtle but powerful. By the end of the session, I felt deeply calm, grounded, and lighter, like a weight had been lifted after months of carrying tension and emotional stress.I can’t quite explain how it works, but I left feeling more peaceful and back to myself again.
Mel truly helped me reset.”
- Kerri

“My Reiki experience was deeply spiritual and profoundly calming.
During the session, I felt a sense of release and peace that I hadn’t experienced in a long time.Afterwards, it was as though everything within and around me became still, like a quiet, gentle ocean.
The energy work brought a level of clarity and balance that stayed with me well beyond the session”
- Eve

About

Hey, I’m Mel!

This space was born from both my own healing and a calling that runs deep within my soul.Like so many, I’ve walked through grief, loss, trauma, and the heavy seasons of life. Those experiences taught me that healing isn’t about fixing what’s “broken”. It’s about remembering who we truly are beneath all the weight we carry. Through releasing and healing what’s no longer needed, serves us, or was even ours to hold onto.My search for that remembrance led me to explore both ancient and modern pathways of healing.I guide and support people who feel ready to explore, begin, or deepen their healing journey towards growth and self-discovery. Life can be heavy, and sometimes we carry more than we realise, such as old emotions, patterns, or energy that keep us feeling stuck.This is a space where you can let go, feel safe, seen, understood, and begin to reconnect with yourself on a deeper level. Here, we honour the full spectrum not just the love and light, but the raw, real, and reflective.It’s okay to come with old or new wounds, trauma, grief, or energetic imbalances that may also be felt within the body. There is no judgement here. Every layer of your being,emotional, physical, spiritual, and energetic is welcome here, inviting balance to return in its own time and way.Through energy healing, intuitive guidance, and compassionate presence, I help you navigate life’s challenges, awaken self-understanding, and find harmony between your mind, body, and spirit.Your energy body holds stories, and through intentional healing and awareness, we create space for release, renewal, and remembrance of who you are beneath it all. My offerings are here to support your healing: to release what’s weighing you down and no longer serving you, to create space to feel lighter, clearer, restore balance to your energy, and reconnect with the wisdom of your own soul.Healing isn’t about perfection, it’s about meeting yourself where you are, with compassion and patience for the parts of you still learning to feel safe and trust in the wisdom unfolding within you.You don’t have to walk this path alone. Whether you’re seeking clarity, healing, or a deeper connection to yourself, I’m here to walk alongside you and hold space for your transformation, to honour your journey, reclaim your power, and find a deeper sense of balance and peace within yourself.

Credentials / Qualifications

NVQ level 2 in Health & Social Care
Counselling Skills Level 1
NLP Master Practitioner
Certified Life Coach
Reiki Level 1 & 2
Sekhem Energy Healing Level 1 & 2
Shamanic Practitioner

Story Behind the Name

Melissæ (pronounced meh-LISS-ay, meh-LISS-eh, or meh-LISS-eye) were ancient Greek priestesses known as the sacred “bee women.”Far beyond simply being nurturers and healers, they were respected as guardians of life, death, and rebirth playing important roles in special ceremonies and mysteries connected to the underworld.As priestesses of goddesses such as Demeter and Artemis, the Melissæ guided souls through the great cycles of existence, of life. They stood between different worlds, helping people through big changes from the endings of old ways, through the dark and hidden places, into new beginnings.The bees themselves symbolised this sacred process: their work matched the natural cycles of birth, death, and renewal in the world.The Melissæ represented the spiritual journey of the soul, using rituals, healing, and deep wisdom to support powerful personal and community transformation.

Why this Matters for the Healing Work

Choosing the name ‘Melissæ’ honour's this important line of spiritual guides, this ancient lineage of spiritual guides who held sacred space for both shadow and light - for descent, renewal, and rebirth.To go deep inside themselves and come out renewed.

This healing work is inspired by that sacred legacy, offering a safe and special place where:- Healing is honoured as a journey through all cycles of change, including the unseen and shadowed places of the soul.
- Important personal awakenings and growth are respected as sacred steps.
- Connection to nature’s cycles and spiritual energy are deeply felt.
- Life, death, and rebirth are seen as connected, not separate events.The spirit of the Melissæ invites you to step into your own journey.
To heal, transform, and rise whole.

Pronunciations

You might hear Melissæ said in a few different ways, all of which are correct depending on preference:- meh-LISS-ay (modern, soft, and popular in spiritual groups)
- meh-LISS-eh (gentle and flowing, like the way Latin is said in churches)
- meh-LISS-eye (the traditional way of saying the combined “ae” sound)

My Personal Connection

My name is Mel, short for Melissa, a name that means “honeybee” in Greek.
This connection feels like a thread weaving me back to the Melissæ, the sacred bee priestesses of ancient times, whose wisdom and healing energy inspire the space I hold.It is a sacred hive where transformation flows naturally, where healing is honoured as a journey through life’s cycles, and where every soul is invited to bloom fully.Choosing this name is very personal and meaningful.
It shows my dedication to creating healing spaces that respect ancient wisdom and the sacred feminine. Choosing this name is also a reminder of my own healing journey and the importance of creating a safe, nurturing space where others feel supported to explore their own.Like the bees, I believe in the strength found in community and the sweetness of transformation through care and presence.Through this work, I offer a sanctuary for people to reconnect with themselves and their inner strength.A place to awaken, heal, and grow. Like the Melissæ caring for their hive, I want to create a safe space and support to facilitate transformation, deep healing, and growth.This work is a reflection of my own journey, and I invite you to join in the process of life, death, and rebirth.

My Journey

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to understand people, to care for, help, and look after those in need. What shapes them, wounds them, helps them heal, feel seen, and cared for. I began working in the care sector at 17, supporting adults with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour in a care home. Over a 10-year period on and off, I worked in domiciliary home care, SEN schools, mental health hospitals, and various other places and roles.I’ve always felt called to help, nurture, and hold space for others. Perhaps because deep down, I was offering to others what I once needed myself.

The Roots of my Healing

My own healing journey began long before I realised that’s what it was. I grew up moving through mental health challenges, bullying, and the constant feeling of being different from a very young age. It wasn’t until adulthood that I was diagnosed with ADHD, which finally helped me understand why I had always struggled to fit in or feel “normal.”I’ve been in and out of mental health services since I was 13, trying medication, countless approaches, all kinds of therapy, and seeing psychiatrists. But nothing ever reached the deeper layers of what I was carrying. I was hoping, searching for something that could help me make sense of the world and of myself.

Motherhood: Joy, Resilience, and Lessons (2011)

In 2011, at 20 years old, I became a mum. A life-changing responsibility that brought both joy and challenges. I’ve carried the majority of the mental, emotional, and day-to-day load, with massive support in bringing my daughter up from my mum, when she was alive.My daughter and I have grown up together, navigating life’s ups and downs side by side. There has been guilt and heartache along the way, knowing she’s witnessed some of my struggles. But motherhood has also taught me so much. It has shown me the depth of my resilience, the power of love, and the importance of becoming the best version of myself, not just for me, but for her.

Collapse and Awakening (2018-2019)

In 2018, I became really unwell and was diagnosed with multiple chronic illnesses over the next year, whilst in a very unhealthy relationship. I eventually had to give up work and I completely crashed physically, mentally, and emotionally. I could no longer function. That unhealthy relationship left me completely disconnected from myself.That’s when spirituality found me at the beginning of 2019. I was looking for answers, for help, because I’d lost myself entirely, my soul felt broken, and I didn’t know where else to turn. I was always really skeptical about anything to do with spirituality, but I felt I had nothing left to lose.I was first introduced to Reiki and plant medicine not as quick fixes, but as mirrors showing me how much more life could be. Slowly, I began meeting people who opened my eyes to new ways of being and seeing. I started seeing mediums, having tarot readings, becoming interested in crystals, and much more. For me then, I would say it was more a surface-level interest at that time.

Rebuilding through Study and Strength (2019)

Living with chronic illness took a huge toll on my body and mind. Yet in that collapse came clarity. I did not want to give up and give in to what I was told was what my life now looked like. I knew I still wanted to help people, so I began studying NLP and Life Coaching in 2019 all while still struggling with my health, determined not to let illness define me.And believe me, that course, in the middle of my illnesses and that relationship, was unbelievably tough, with its own challenges for many reasons. These experiences, and the epiphanies I began to have through plant medicine, spiritual guidance, and the training, gave me the strength to leave that relationship later that same year.However, it wasn’t plain sailing after that. Then the realisations of everything, the PTSD, panic attacks hit me like a tonne of bricks. For some time, I lost myself in dark places: attending a course called the Freedom Programme, groups for DV, having more therapy. And my chronic illnesses floored me. I felt completely lost, alone, and worthless.

Rediscovering Confidence (2020)

In 2020, after years of feeling small, unseen, and unwell, I stepped into the world of modelling fully, after teetering in and out of it for years. It was my way of taking back my confidence, to see myself differently again after years of hiding and surviving.That chapter came with its own challenges, but it also helped me rediscover parts of myself that I thought were gone. And it gave me a sense of purpose for some time. It gave me some hope. Allowed me to believe I wasn’t as useless and worthless as I once thought I was.However, that also came with its own different set of challenges and realisations. Nonetheless, it was an important part of the journey and I see it as a stepping stone.

The Deepest Loss: Mum's Passing (2020-2023)

In December 2020, the worst happened: Mum got her diagnosis of cancer. I still tried to keep up with the modelling, but it became increasingly harder and harder to cope with everything I was trying to hold together and with other situations I had going on at the time.When my mum passed away in June 2023, everything changed. Her loss shattered me and stripped me down to my core. For a long time, I drifted. Lost faith, lost hope, and questioned everything I thought I knew.But through that darkness came something sacred. I realised healing wasn’t about chasing perfection. It was about learning to meet myself honestly, in all my mess, and to rebuild piece by piece.

Sobriety: Facing the Shadows (2023)

There were times I used substances to cope. Particularly during that unhealthy relationship, dealing with the aftermath of all of that, and then when Mum got sick. I did it to numb, to escape, push away what I couldn’t yet face.Today, I’m almost two years sober. Sobriety hasn’t made me perfect by any means, but it’s made me present. It’s taught me to sit with life as it is, to find peace in the process rather than running from it.I’ve made mistakes. I’ve done things I’m not proud of. I’ve been in dark places, and I’ve known what it’s like to lose hope and not want to be here anymore and tried to end it all. But I’ve also learned that even in the deepest darkness, light can be found and sometimes, that light comes from within.For much of my life, on and off, I see why I was using substances to escape, cope, and numb. But back then, I never truly realised I was trying to silence pain that was asking to be understood, until enough was enough. I gained awareness that it was becoming even more detrimental to my health and causing blockages in moving forward. It had to stop.

Holistic Healing - Deepening the Path (2023-2025)

It wasn’t until I began exploring holistic health that things truly started to shift. I started taking small steps: changing how I cared for my body, changing my diet, connecting with yoga, movement, gym, and learning to listen to my energy instead of fighting it. Putting myself first, I began to see that healing was as much about how I lived and felt as it was about what I thought.This was the beginning of the deepest healing I’ve ever done. I retrained in Life Coaching (March–June 2024) to refresh my understanding after so much had been lost in earlier years to stress, illness, and survival mode. In the same year, I completed my Reiki Level 1 training and later my Level 2.I’d always felt drawn to energy work, but this was the first time I truly understood its power. Level 1 Reiki training helped me reconnect with my mum in spirit for the first time since she passed—just one week before her one-year anniversary. And that moment changed everything. It deepened my trust in the unseen, which then pushed me further into more deep healing and understanding.At the beginning of 2025, I began my Shamanic Practitioner training and received the sacred Munay-Ki rites. This path has been profoundly life-changing. It’s brought deep healing and remembrance of who I am beneath the layers of pain and protection.What began as a personal journey of healing soon became a calling to help others find that same light within themselves. I began the training in Shamanic practice not simply to become a practitioner, but because my soul was calling for it. As it stripped away layers I didn’t know I was still holding, it also guided me through deep, sacred healing. Everything aligned as it was meant to, leading me exactly where I needed to be.

A Year of Rebirth (2025)

Throughout 2025, I fully immersed myself in the spiritual community and on my healing journey. Finding teachers, mentors, spaces, and places that have held me through the most transformative work of my life. From homeopathy, hypnotherapy, women’s circles, and breathwork journeys, to healing retreats, psychic surgery, and different kinds of energy work.At one point, I started to lose way with spirituality again (this, in my opinion, is normal to happen when on the journey). So I had a Sekhem energy healing session, where again the most incredible moment happened with connecting with my mum in spirit. It came just at the right time, helped me back on my path and that then led me to train for this too.Every experience has opened me further. 2025 has been my biggest year yet of healing. A year of rebirth, reconnection, and understanding who I truly am. And there is still more to come!Through all of this, I’ve come to understand why I’ve always felt so deeply. For years, I was told I was too sensitive, too emotional, that I “felt too much.” But now I see that those were gifts, not flaws.I’m an empath. I feel deeply because I’m meant to. It’s part of my purpose: to sense, to feel, to heal, and to help others come home to themselves.

The Light from Darkness

I’ve also learned that from the deepest darkness, the greatest light can be found. And that’s why I do this work. Because I know how it feels to not know where to turn. I want others to know they don’t have to face it alone. That there is hope, that change can happen, that healing is possible.All of these experiences, from the grief, the illnesses, the healing, the searching, have shaped the person I am today. This journey is ongoing. I’m always healing, learning, training, and expanding, not only to grow within myself, but to be of service to others. Healing is a lifelong devotion, and I’m here to walk it beside you, not above you.---You don’t have to walk this path alone. If your heart feels called, I would be honoured to hold space for your healing, your becoming, and your return home to yourself. 🧡✨

MY OFFERINGS

Energy healing is a deeply nurturing practice that supports emotional, spiritual, and energetic wellbeing.
Each session helps to release tension, clear energetic blockages, and restore flow — bringing you back into balance and alignment.
Whether through the gentle calm of Reiki or the higher vibrational light of Sekhem, each experience offers a unique path to peace, clarity, and renewal.

Learn more about each energy

What is Sekhem?

What is Reiki?

Reiki is a form of alternative therapy that originated in Japan in the early 20th century.
It involves the practice of energy healing, where a practitioner channels universal life energy (known as "ki" in Japanese) through their hands to the recipient to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.Reiki is based on the belief that energy flows through the body, and imbalances or blockages in this energy can cause physical or emotional issues.The practitioner typically places their hands lightly on or just above the recipient's body, allowing the energy to flow and restore balance.Reiki is often used to reduce stress, encourage relaxation, and support healing, but it is considered a complementary practice rather than a replacement for medical treatments. Its effectiveness is subjective and varies from person to person.Reiki is a gentle therapy that works to rebalance the mind, body, and spirit.In this deeply calming session, when universal life force energy is channelled through the practitioner's hands it helps to release areas of energetic blockages, promotes relaxation, clarity, and inner harmony.Perfect for those seeking emotional reset, energetic realignment, or a moment of stillness.Subtle yet powerful.

Reiki & Sekhem

Energy Healing

In person & online sessions available

30-Minute Session – £25Great for a quick energetic reset.

60-Minute Session – £50Allows deeper relaxation and energy alignment.

90-Minute Session – £80Space for deeper immersive healing.

Reiki & Sekhem Packages

In person & online sessions available

Energy Reset
3 x 30-min sessions - £70
Save £5Perfect for gentle, consistent top-ups for those with busy lifestyles or seeking regular light balancing.

Restorative Balance
3 x 60-min sessions - £140
Save £10Ideal for ongoing support through emotional shifts, energetic realignment, or times of transition.

Deep Alignment
3 x 90-min sessions - £225
Save £15Perfect for times of deep change, soul growth, or when craving complete energetic renewal.

Packages must be paid in FULL upfront.

What to Expect in a Session
You’ll lie down fully clothed in a peaceful space while a practitioner gently channel healing energy through light touch or hands above the body.Every session is unique. your energy knows what it needs.For Aftercare Guidance please go HERE.Not sure if it’s for you?You don’t need to believe in energy healing for it to support you. Just bring an open heart.
If you’re curious or have questions, I’m happy to chat.Energy healing is a focuses on balancing the energy in your body to help you feel more relaxed and at peace, to clear and release that which is no longer serving you. It’s based on the idea that there’s a universal life energy that flows through everything, including you.When this energy gets out of balance or blocked, it can affect how you feel physically, emotionally, or even spiritually. The goal is to help the energy flow freely again, which can promote relaxation, reduce stress, and support your body’s natural ability to heal.It’s a very calming experience, and people often describe feeling warmth, tingling, or a deep sense of peace during a session. While energy healing doesn’t replace medical care, it’s often used alongside other treatments to enhance overall well-being.

Aftercare Guidance

Thank you for your Reiki session.To help you integrate the experience and support your healing journey, please review the following guidance:Immediate Aftercare
To get the best from your treatment:• Hydrate: Drink plenty of water or herbal teas to support energy flow and flush out any toxins.• Rest: Listen to your body and rest if needed. Avoid overexerting yourself in the hours following your session. It’s normal to feel tired or deeply relaxed.• Eat Lightly: Choose nourishing, light meals and avoid heavy, processed foods. Avoid alcohol or recreational drugs. Avoid caffeine if possible.What You May Experience:• Emotional Release: You may feel lighter, calmer, or notice other emotions such as irritability, frustration rising to the surface.• Physical Sensations: Tingling, warmth, Headache, unusually fatigued, aching joints or muscles, flu-like symptoms or energised as energy shifts.• Heightened Awareness: A stronger connection with your thoughts, emotions, or surroundings.The cleansing experience is sometimes heightened following an energy session or a series of sessions because it can accelerate the clearing and healing process. Although it may feel bad, it is actually an indication of a deeper level of healing taking place.These are all part of the natural process as your body integrates the healing energy. Some may notice changes immediately, while others experience gradual shifts over time. All of these are normal and part of the body’s natural way of releasing and rebalancing energy.Self-Care Suggestions• Take time to relax, meditate, or journal.• Minimise exposure to screens, loud environments, or stressful situations.• Be gentle with yourself — healing will continue to work for a few days after your session.Follow-Up• Duration of effects can last for several days or weeks after a session. And you may start to notice subtle shifts.• Regular sessions can help maintain balance and support ongoing healing.• If you have questions or concerns, please contact: [email protected]

BOOKING AND CANCELLATION POLICY

To create a respectful and supportive healing space for all clients, please review the following booking terms.By booking a session, you agree to these policies:Cancellations or changed appointments made with less than 24 hours’ notice will incur a £10 payment fee and forfeiture of a deposit of half the treatment price for any future bookings.No-shows may be charged the full session fee. Any appointments rearranged less than 1hr before the scheduled time, will also be charged the full fee as the space cannot be filled at such short notice.Late arrivals may result in reduced session time, with the full fee still payable.Please note that if it is believed you are intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs at the time of your session, the session will not be carried out and the full session fee will still apply.All packages must be paid in full at the time of booking and are valid for 6 months.Packages are non-transferable and non-refundable.Reiki and Sekhem are complementary therapies and does not replace professional medical advice or treatment.These policies ensure fairness and allow me to hold space for all clients equally.Thank you for your understanding.

PACKAGE TERMS & CONDITIONS

When purchasing packages, please review the following terms to ensure clarity and fairness.By booking a package, you agree to these conditions:All packages must be paid in full at the time of booking.Sessions within a package must be used within 6 months of purchase, unless otherwise agreed.Cancellations follow the standard booking policy (24 hours’ notice required).Missed sessions without notice will be deducted from the package balance.Packages are non-transferable and non-refundable.Reiki and Sekhem are complementary therapies for relaxation and wellbeing, not a replacement for medical care.Thank you for choosing a package.This commitment helps you receive the full benefit of regular healing while honouring the time and energy exchange involved.

Privacy Policy & Disclaimer

At Melissae Healing Hive, your privacy is very important. We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how it is collected, stored, and used.Information We Collect:Contact details (name, email, phone number, emergency contact)
Health information shared on consultation forms
Session records for professional use onlyHow Data Is Collected:Personal information is collected directly from you — through website forms, email, or in-person sessions.
Your information is stored securely, with access restricted to Melissae Healing Hive. Only the practitioner has access to client information, and all reasonable measures are taken to protect confidentiality.Why We Collect This Information:To ensure safe and appropriate healing sessions.
To communicate about bookings, rescheduling, or aftercare.
To keep confidential practitioner records.Data Security:All electronic and paper records are stored securely with access restricted to Melissae Healing Hive. Only the practitioner has access to client information, and all reasonable measures are taken to protect confidentiality.Data Retention:Client records are kept for up to 7 years after your last session, in line with professional and insurance guidelines, after which they are securely deleted or destroyed unless required by law to retain for longer.
How Your Data Is Stored:All records are kept securely and confidentially
Data is not shared with any third parties without your consent
You may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information at any timeYour Rights (GDPR):You have the right to request access to your personal information.
You may request correction of inaccurate data.
You may request deletion of your data at any time.
You may withdraw consent to communication at any time.Your privacy matters deeply to us. We only keep your personal information for as long as it’s needed — whether that’s to provide your session, maintain communication, or meet legal and accounting requirements.If you ever wish to have your personal data deleted or any privacy concerns you can contact me at: [email protected] to request this. A review of your request will be made and remove any information that’s no longer necessary to keep.Please note that, in some cases, We may need to retain certain details to comply with legal obligations (for example, tax or invoicing records) or where information must be kept for safeguarding or legitimate business purposes. In these cases, only the minimum required data will be securely retained, and it will no longer be used for any other purpose.Your trust is important, and your information will always be handled with care, respect, and transparency.Reiki and Sekham are complementary therapies that promotes relaxation, stress reduction, and overall well-being.
Reiki and Sekhem Practitioners do not diagnose conditions, prescribe medication, or offer medical treatment.
Energy healing should not be considered a substitute for professional medical care.
It is recommended that you consult your GP or healthcare provider for any medical concerns.
Energy healing may be used alongside conventional medical treatment as a supportive practice.
By booking and attending a session, you acknowledge that you understand and accept these termsLast Updated: October 2025
Melissae Healing Hive reserves the right to update this policy to reflect changes in legal or operational requirements.

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