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I am licensed in the state of Ohio to independently practice counseling, and I have training in three different evidence based therapies; EMDR, CBT, and DBT. I have a lengthy history of working with survivors of trauma, and I am able to help clients manage symptoms of anxiety, challenge and test the accuracy of thoughts that maybe causing problems; and help with managing emotions and improving communication. Throughout the course of my counseling sessions, I challenge clients to identify their professional and personal supporters and to not engage in unsafe behaviors. I encourage the clients I work with to learn skills to “fill their toolboxes” with skills so that they can improve their ability to independently manage symptoms and the overcome obstacles they face in life. It is hard work to make changes in your life through counseling and I will challenge you to reach your potential. I will also help you to celebrate your successes when they occur. And they will occur. I look forward to working with you.
Professional experience
6yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyTrauma, AbuseSelf esteem, MotivationDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Domestic violence, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Sexual assault and abuse, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Services offered
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License information
OH LPCC E.1700259
WA LMHC 61268551
Reviews
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She is amazing!
Written on Jan 09, 2024 after therapy with Melanie for 2 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and family conflicts
I felt very heard with her, she provided me context to my personal situation that was very insightful and helped me get out of my own head
Written on Sep 14, 2023 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
After several bad therapy experiences from a child through my early 20s, I thought therapy was not for me. My husband encouraged me to try again after having severe anxiety. I was hesitant but Melanie is a gem. I can tell she genuinely cares and just wanting to provide help and support. I would recommend her a millions times over.
Written on Jun 08, 2023 after therapy with Melanie for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Melanie is very helpfully for all the problems I have; and she is very patient and great motivator to encourage me to be better
Written on Mar 29, 2023 after therapy with Melanie for 11 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and anger management
Melanie is a fantastic therapist. I've been working with her for a couple of years now. She is very compassionate and caring about how I feel. She is great when I get hung up on something that is bothering me. She's able to pull me away from bad thoughts or feelings I have about myself and has helped me improve my life day to day.
Written on Mar 12, 2023 after therapy with Melanie for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She's the best.
Written on Nov 17, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 2 years and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Melanie Dente is a wonderful therapist she offers a wide variety of skill sets and exercises to help you achieve not only your goal as a person but also her goal as a professional. I would highly recommend her.
Written on Nov 13, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Very understanding and offered lots of options for learning.
Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Melanie has such a great mixture of listening and holding space with practical tips, strategies and guidance on what to do to shift perspectives, process things, handle everyday life and challenges in a way that I have always wanted to and propels my growth in my emotional and mental well being.
Written on Aug 11, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
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Written on May 10, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, and anger management
Melanie is a great resource for me and my therapy needs. She's respectful, supportive, compassionate, and listens really well. The methods she uses really help me to reflect on my experiences and work on the areas of my life.
Written on Apr 28, 2022 after therapy with Melanie for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Melanie is a wonderful teacher. She has helped me understand myself and has given me the tools to work through my trauma. I'm so thankful for her perspective, wisdom and the gentleness in the way she works.
Written on Nov 17, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 8 months on issues concerning coping with life changes
I feel really comfortable talking to Melanie, and she has provided me with so many different resources. I really appreciate her help and support.
Written on Nov 03, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Melanie has been a fantastic therapist so far, and I connected with her right away. She has done a great job of teaching me tools that I can use to help in situations in my every day life.
Written on Nov 02, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Melanie is very helpful! I feel heard. She has great resources and is knowledgeable.
Written on Oct 25, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
she is very kind , she dose her job and she dose it well! talking with her has been so beneficialto me .i feel like someone is taking the time to listen to my problems and help me find a solution . she is kind , compassionate and understanding and so respecful ! give her 10 stars because 5 just is not enough.
Written on Oct 14, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very personable and very passionate! 10/10 recommend!
Written on Oct 01, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Melanie has been a great listener and has made some great suggestions based on what she’s heard from me. The skills we discuss are really helpful and she’s good at reminding me of them if I fall off track.
Written on Sep 12, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coaching
Melanie is great at what she does. She listens to my thoughts and concerns and offers me feedback and skills that will help to improve the way I communicate to get results I need. She has helped me cope through my stressful situation.
Written on Aug 18, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and coaching
Melanie has been very supportive and encouraging. She has helped me through some very difficult times and I am very grateful!
Written on Aug 16, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
She is great and very understanding of my situations.
Written on Jul 02, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I had never tried counseling and boy did I hit the jackpot getting Melanie as my counselor. She always provides a different perspective for me and is thoughtful in her approach. She’s helped give me tools to feel empowered to create peace within myself. I would highly recommend her as she is an all around amazing counselor.
Written on Jun 26, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 3 months on issues concerning depression
Melanie is one of the best mental health professionals out there. She understands your concerns and is very validating with her responses to difficult situations. I have been seeing Melanie for almost a year now and I have seen a major change in my relationships and outlook on life. Give her a chance and she will help you turn your life around!
Written on Apr 11, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Melanie is awesome and brings a lot of ideas and expertise to help me.
Written on Mar 24, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 9 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
I have really enjoyed working with Melanie. She’s easy to talk to and has been incredibly patient as I try to sort out everything in my own head! If you’re looking for coping tools you can use in your daily life (from calming anxiety to having difficult conversations), Melanie is an awesome resource.
Written on Mar 12, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Melanie is amazing. I know that she actually cares about what she does. She has a lot of knowledge and skill.
Written on Jan 19, 2021 after therapy with Melanie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and grief
Melanie has been an extremely supportive counselor. She takes the time to listen to my concerns and teaches practical skills for handling relationship concerns, anxiety, and depression. Each session is tailored to what I want to discuss. I highly recommend Melanie!
Written on Dec 04, 2020 after therapy with Melanie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She was very helpful and offered self help ideas. Very nice person!
Written on May 26, 2020 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
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