I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker Therapist in the state of Ohio. I work with adults who are seeking help when feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just “off” in life and they know something is wrong but can’t quite figure out what it is.
Often, along with the general feeling of “off” come complaints such as: depression, anxiety, anger, relationship problems, self-esteem concerns, substance abuse and questions of purpose.
I aim to help you identify where, and how, the sense of “off” you feel may have started by exploring your past experiences and the impact they had on you. We look at your childhood history to find difficulties or trauma that wounded you and may still be affecting your life today. We then take action to heal the wounds with techniques and exercises to help you gain a true self-awareness and self-trust that will lead to the “realness” and authenticity in your life that is currently missing.
Through compassion, empathy, and respect for your unique journey, I offer you a safe and supportive space to explore your matters. My approach is patient, observant, inquiring, logical, gentle, non-directive, collaborative and always non-judgmental. We form a partnership that has the goal of uncovering the answers you are seeking so you arrive at genuine peace of mind.
It’s a path to heal your wounds, mend your spirit and nurture the strength to build your life into one that energizes you, fulfills you and authentically expresses the best of who you are.
I look forward to meeting you.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Self-harm, Self-love, Somatization, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
OH LISW I.0009708-SUPV
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I appreciate your gentle direction, knowledge, and empathy.
Written on Dec 16, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is great and makes sure i am taking things on more slowly and at my speed.
She is helpful in where my underlying issues are at.
Written on Aug 05, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd