Hello! It is my pleasure to begin this therapeutic journey with you. I am licensed in the State of New York as a Mental Health Clinician and I am also a Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor. I believe that each individual is unique and an expert on themselves. I utilize a client centered approach to therapy as well as tailoring therapy and corresponding techniques based on a client’s unique personality, desires, and goals for treatment. I have found that utilizing multiple therapeutic approaches allows for individuality within treatment. I typically utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT); Motivational Interviewing (MI); Solution Focused Therapy, and Existential therapy to be particularly helpful in working with clients.
I have been drawn to the field of psychology and human behavior from an early age and have pursued this field with great passion. I believe that the therapeutic process is effective in providing self-insight, wisdom and knowledge. It is my understanding that all behavior is purposeful and allows an individual to obtain personal needs and desires. Sometimes, these behaviors may be maladaptive and cause an individual distress. Through the therapeutic process we explore these and discover ways in which an individual can live a rewarding, meaningful life. Therapy also provides a platform for processing difficult emotions and experiences in an effective and productive way.
I look forward to beginning this journey with you. I look forward to hearing from you soon!
Melanie Gerber, LMHC; CASAC
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NY LMHC 006584
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Melanie Gerber. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Melanie is a compassionate, knowledgeable, non-judgmental, and calming presence.
I am grateful that we seem to have a lot in common and are both interested in certain teachings and philosophies. Melanie is able to relate those teaching to our therapeutic work, which I find both inspiring and helpful.
Written on Dec 21, 2020 after therapy with Melanie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Melanie has become such an immediate and comfortable ally. She listens and really hears. Very grateful to have been paired with her.
Written on Dec 18, 2020 after therapy with Melanie for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd