I am licensed in North Carolina with 34 years of professional work experience. I hold Masters degrees in both Rehabilitation and Mental Health counseling (UNC-CH) and Education Administration (NCSU). I have work experience in many settings including the courts, schools and public health.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety as well as depression. Many of these issues often stem from life experiences. I work with my clients to create an open and safe place where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
I like to listen to my client's stories and needs and then work with them to shape a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment in order to best fit the individual's needs and preferences.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Isolation / loneliness, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NC LCMHC 2872
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Melanie Griggs. 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 great
Written on Aug 11, 2024 after therapy with Melanie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I’m so obsessed with Dr. Griggs! She has been so accessible to me and helped me when I needed it the most. She sends infographics, quotes, and resources that help keep me in mental homeostasis between sessions and has really helped me to not be so hard on myself during the process. She’s great and I would recommend her to anyone!
Written on Jul 29, 2024 after therapy with Melanie for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I love her! She is so attentive and really cares. Can't recommend her enough!
Written on Jul 23, 2024 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Melanie has the "it" factor. Just a wonderful way about her and she's extremely knowledgeable. Expertly juxtaposes on topics, which allows for easy recollection and a more enjoyable and helpful way for me to view such!
Written on Jul 11, 2024 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and career difficulties
Melanie is amazing!
Written on May 29, 2024 after therapy with Melanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Melanie seemed to understand me and my needs immediately. She truly “saw” me from the get go and was immediately validating. Through this validation, mirroring, and encouraging introspection, she helped me find my footing and show me that I knew what I needed and where I was going, more than I realized. Without imposing any judgements or her own opinions, which created a safe space for me to gain clarity. In just a few months I feel like she’s helped me grow through her gentle and caring methods, which has been truly empowering, and exactly what I needed.
Written on May 06, 2024 after therapy with Melanie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd