Melissa Edwards

Melissa Edwards is an accomplished clinical professional with extensive experience in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and EMDR practices. Currently serving as Principal Clinical Lead at Vita Health Group since July 2023, Melissa has previously held significant roles, including Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and EMDR Practitioner at the Associate of Elephant in the Room Psychotherapy, and Clinical Lead at Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Melissa's background includes diverse positions within various healthcare organizations, such as Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, focusing on anxiety disorders and depression through the Increasing Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) initiative. Melissa's academic credentials include a Post Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy from King's College London and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology from the University of Nottingham.