Hello, my name is Melissa and I am an MSW and LCSW, with more than 15 years in the mental health field. I graduated with honors in 2005 from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. In 2009, I obtained a master's degree in social work from Indiana-Purdue University. I received my clinical social work license from the state of Indiana in 2011 and then from the state of Colorado in 2015 after I traded in cornfields for mountains. Over the last 15 years I've been lucky enough to work with a lot of different populations in many different settings. I sort of feel like I've done it all, like if the mental health field was a menu I've ordered almost everything on it. I hope that means that I bring many years of well-rounded experience to the table.
A famous author once said, “The most important things are the hardest to say… because words diminish them. Words shrink things that seemed limitless when they were in your head to no more than living size when they are brought out.” That’s why I’m so glad you’re here. Therapy and talking to someone about your fears and anxieties and other things you’re going through can be really helpful. Those thoughts and feelings that seem really overwhelming? You may realize they are actually pretty tiny when we bring them into the light and take an honest look. Or maybe they’re not. Maybe they’re as big as you thought they might be. And, we can do something about those, too.
My therapy style is a relaxed mix of CBT (thinking about thinking), DBT, solution-focused, and motivational dialogue. But, maybe the most important thing to know up front is that therapy and therapists are not a ‘one size fits all’. If we talk and you decide I’m not quite what you need, that is absolutely okay because you are the most important part of this process. You are the driver. This is your time to get to know yourself better in a safe and confidential space so that you can live a life that feels like it’s really yours. I’m really glad you’re here.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
CO LCSW CSW.09923913
CO CSW CSW.09923913
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Melissa Adcock. 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.
She is thoughtful and compassionate. I feel heard and she guides me in a direction that is exciting for me to live in.
Written on Nov 21, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts
Melissa is so wonderful! She's so insightful and kind, and gently challenges me to grow.
Written on Dec 09, 2021 after therapy with Melissa for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Melissa is the best! So easy to talk to and makes me feel heard. I am so happy I found this platform and Melissa to get me through the toughest of days.
Written on Oct 20, 2021 after therapy with Melissa for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Melissa is an amazing counselor and i am so glad we were pared with each other
Written on Sep 21, 2021 after therapy with Melissa for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Melissa has been such a great help to me so far in my therapy experience. Melissa has an amazing way of getting me to think differently and getting me to realize I knew the answers all along. She has been a great guide and really listens. She tries to understand where I'm coming from and lets me know I'm not alone and others have the same issues. You are in good hands with Melissa. I can't thank her enough for the help she gives me.
Written on Mar 19, 2021 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and anger management
Melissa is perfect for my needs.
Written on Mar 08, 2021 after therapy with Melissa for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd