Putting yourself first can truly feel impossible. Many of us have responsibilities to work, family or relationships that can easily be prioritized over our own wellbeing and happiness. It's easy to feel overwhelmed or stuck, especially when you don't know how to help yourself. Trying to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, alcohol/drug use or other mental health concerns can make the process even more challenging. I'm here to help explore solutions so that you can live the life you want to.
My practice draws on concepts from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), through which we can explore effective skills and strategies to deal with the challenges and make meaningful changes. My work is very much strengths-based, so we can work together to find solutions that are realistic and achievable.
I strive to create an authentic connection with my clients, to help create a space that allows for trust and vulnerability. I believe that you are the expert of your own experience and it’s my job to help support you in your journey toward reaching your goals. Together, we can work to identify unhelpful patterns in your life and make positive changes.
Please be advised that I generally respond to messages within 1 business day, and generally have limited ability to respond on weekends.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger management, Coping with life changes
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Helpful and gave me good pointers and strategies to handle my anxiety.
Written on Jul 27, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Melissa is a very caring therapist and very knowledgeable. She listens to me, provides great feedback and advice. Makes me feel comfortable, so it does not feel like I am being looked at through a microscope. We get through every nook and cranny of my mental health, emotions, and thoughts. I am very happy with her as a therapist.
Written on Jul 18, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
All positive so far. Great conversations. Great suggestions. I have zero negative feedback through our first two sessions.
Written on Apr 17, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Melissa is amazing and down to earth. She makes you feel comfortable and provides a safe space to share whatever it is that you are feeling. I am so grateful to have been matched with such a great therapist.
Written on Apr 17, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Melissa is great in terms of establishing quick rapport and developing trust and relationship. I am at total ease and always feel better after our session. Melissa makes great suggestions on coping strategies and helps with establishing goals and coping strategies.
Written on Jan 01, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and adhd