Melissa Ferrari - Psychotherapist & Relationship Expert

11/11/2025

Loved sitting on the couch with David Campbell & Sylvia Jeffreys to talk divorce and friendship groups...

In separations, there’s often talk about who gets the house, the kids, or even the dog — but what about your friends? How do you handle shared social circles, group events, and mutual hangouts without the awkwardness?

And thank you for the congrats on my recent marriage ♥️

Listen to the segment below 👇🏼

In divorces and separations, there can be questions of who gets the kids. But what about your friends? How do you decide to manage outings and special events...

09/11/2025

Join us on the TODAY couch this morning where we will be talking about navigating when couples divorce managing their friendship groups. Tune in on Channel 9 at 10.35 am 🙌🏼

09/11/2025

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07/11/2025

Day 3 of EMDR Training Part 1.
What a wonderful few days learning from the fabulous Caroline Burrows Consulting & Training

EMDR stands for 𝐄𝐲𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠.

It’s a type of psychotherapy designed to help people heal from trauma or distressing life experiences. During EMDR therapy, a trained therapist guides the person to recall traumatic memories while performing specific eye movements (or sometimes tapping or auditory cues).

The process helps the brain reprocess those memories so they’re less emotionally intense and disruptive.

EMDR is widely used for conditions like PTSD, anxiety, depression, and phobias, and has strong scientific support for its effectiveness in trauma treatment 🙌🏼

04/11/2025

Are you a Couples Therapist feeling stuck with a couple you're working with? Would you like your sessions to run more smoothly? Do you want to manage the couples you work with better?

If you're a Psychotherapist, Couple Therapist, or Counsellor, Melissa offers supervision to help you navigate those challenging cases.

Whether you’re seeking case support, career direction, or training guidance, Melissa’s here to help.

Book a chat today:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/3jvm3yvr

03/11/2025

When family ties fray ✨
Even the closest siblings can drift apart — whether through misunderstandings, old wounds, or life pulling them in different directions. But just like Noel and Liam Gallagher have shown us, reconciliation is possible 💛

In this insightful read, relationship experts unpack why sibling estrangement happens and share practical steps to heal the divide, or find peace if reconnecting isn’t an option.

Thanks for allowing me to contribute to this very important issue. 💬

👉 Read more: How to deal with sibling estrangement, according to relationship experts 👇🏼

Just like Noel and Liam Gallagher did, it’s not uncommon for adult siblings to fall out. For many, the experience can be very hurtful – but there are ways to mend the rift.

31/10/2025

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31/10/2025

DEAR MELISSA
I’ve been in a relationship for a few years and I love my partner, but lately I feel like I’m losing who I am. I don’t want to hurt them or damage what we have, but I also feel like I’ve been putting my own needs, hobbies, and friends aside to be there for him. I hang out with his friends all the time but rarely see mine and he says he always needs me there. I’m happy to support him but I don’t know how to say “please just let me do what I want to do, I don’t need to hold your hand”.

💭 Have you ever felt like you’ve lost a bit of yourself in a relationship?

Relationship expert Melissa Ferrari reminds us that healthy love isn’t about giving up your independence — it’s about balance. When both partners have space to nurture their own friendships, hobbies, and goals, the relationship actually grows stronger. 💞

👉 Read the full story here 👇🏼

Feeling trapped in a relationship that’s starting to erase her sense of self, one woman admits she’s forgotten who she is outside her partner. Relationship expert Melissa Ferrari explains how to take back your identity without tearing the relationship apart.

29/10/2025

Are the old “men should pay” dating rules still relevant today? 💭
Modern relationships are all about teamwork, respect, and open communication - especially when it comes to money. 💞

I was happy to contribute my thoughts to Jo Abi’s latest article on Nine.com.au, “‘Outdated and sexist’ dating and money rule sparks debate,” exploring how couples can find balance without keeping score.

You can read the full piece here 👇

Money Manners: 'Outdated and sexist' dating and money rule sparks debateBy Jo Abi| 5 days agoMoney Manners is nine.com.au's Money's weekly column that deals with money etiquette matters that can be the cause of many an awkward encounter.Submit your Money Manners questions to Jo Abi at jabi@nine.com....

29/10/2025

𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬✨

Melissa has opened up limited spots for 1-Day Couples Intensives 💞

If finding time for weekly therapy sessions has been tricky, this could be the perfect option — a full day (6 hours) designed to help you and your partner reconnect, understand each other better, and work through what really matters.

Using the PACT approach (Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy), Melissa will guide you through practical strategies and insights to strengthen your relationship and move forward together.

📅 One day. Big breakthroughs.
💬 Reach out today to secure your spot!

Learn more about the 𝟏 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 > https://tinyurl.com/428pt95n

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