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Mel Lawrie Coaching and Therapy

Coaching, counselling and psychotherapy in Edinburgh and Online

Hello, my name is Mel. I am a qualified coach and counsellor.

My aim is to meet you in whatever struggle you are experiencing, without judgement. Coaching and therapy are about raising awareness and helping you to move forward, whether you are feeling stuck, are struggling with difficult emotions, or just don't feel like yourself and you are not sure why. I will work with you to understand your experience and support you to achieve your goals. Click on the information below to find out more or email me to arrange a free 20-minute phone call to discuss your options and see whether you would like to work with me. I would love to hear from you!

When I use the word 'therapy' on this website I am referring to both counselling and psychotherapy.

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Psychotherapist in Edinburgh

Working With Me

Whether you are seeking therapy or coaching, I offer a welcoming and supportive space where you can take time to understand yourself more fully and explore your aspirations. I aim to meet every person exactly where they are at, whatever they are experiencing.


I will listen to you without judgement or expectation, and for many people this is a life-changing experience.

If you choose to work with me, you can expect me to be professional, reliable, and trustworthy. I believe everyone has the right to feel included and to have their voice heard whatever their background, cultural heritage, religious belief, neurodivergence or sexual orientation. I aspire for my clients to feel heard and seen by me.

“Compassion…is a practice based in the beauty and pain of shared humanity.”

Brene Brown, 2021

I am a firm believer in compassion, for ourselves as well as others, and I love this quote from Brene Brown which acknowledges that life can be hard and well as wonderful.

Where I Work

4B Randolph Place Edinburgh EH3 7TQ

I work face to face in the west end of Edinburgh, in the beautiful rooms of EH1 Therapies.


I also work online using Zoom for clients who prefer working online or who are based further afield.

I offer a free 20-minute phone call with all new coaching, counselling or psychotherapy clients. This is a chance for you to share briefly what you would like to work on and to see whether you would like to work with me. A trusting relationship between therapist and client is the foundation for effective work together!


Organisations who wish to engage me for team or leadership coaching or are interested in the Functional Fluency model of behaviour, please complete my contact form with brief details. I will be happy to explore your requirements with you.

"I sought coaching to help me through a challenging period at work and prepare for the next step on my leadership journey. With Mel's support I was able to reflect on what leadership means to me, my purpose as a leader, and how to engage with others as a leader. Mel helped me identify and recognise my strengths, develop techniques to complement my personal style and preferences, and equip me with tools that I now use day-to-day. Mel creates a safe space in which sharing comes easily and brings good humour to conversations. I would strongly recommend Mel as a coach!"

"I would highly recommend Mel as a coach. Her warm personality makes it easy to connect with her. Mel was very supportive and worked with me to help me understand why my confidence had dipped. She asked really insightful questions and provided honest feedback and reflections which encouraged me to consider actions that would help me meet my goal and provide long-term benefits."

"Thank you for helping me to feel like myself again!"

Get in touch

Please contact me if you have any questions about any of my services or to arrange a free introductory 20-minute appointment.


I aim to answer all enquiries within 1 working day.

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