Thank you for sharing information about yourself. I'm so happy that you reached out for help. I'm glad that you have been paired with me! Let me first share a little about myself.
My name is Melva. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, wife, mother, and a multi-pet owner. It is my goal to work with each and every client on their own personal journey of self discovery. My counseling style is pretty laid back yet professional. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor. I like to focus on identifying your strengths and helping you to maximize them to overcome your obstacles. I'm here to help you sort through the things that are difficult right now and offer you a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment. You have taken the first and most important step by reaching out for help.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coaching, ADHD, Abandonment, Blended family issues, Body image, Family problems, Self-love, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
NY LCSW 075308
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Melva Gonzalez. 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.
Melva is a great counselor. She is always available to help and very understanding. I appreciate all the help I receive from her.
Written on May 17, 2021 after therapy with Melva for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Melva is a great counselor. I’ve been recommending BetterHelp to people I know because of Melva. She is very down to earth, she listens, she gives great advice and she’s there when I need her. I feel like she really cares and that’s something that I really admire about her.
Written on May 06, 2021 after therapy with Melva for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Melva is an awesome, insightful counselor! Each session is different, depending on my week - and each is just right! I appreciate how she listens to my stories and feelings, big and small. Melva offers questions and suggestions which help me make connections I wouldn't have made on my own, and strategies for supporting myself and my family. Thank you!
Written on Apr 19, 2021 after therapy with Melva for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Melva is such a wonderful listener and analyzer to all my most simple and broader thoughts. She is very easy to talk to and provides an overall joyful and safe environment to speak about my journey and thought process. She also highlights different perspectives and actions to incorporate positivity and reflection in my daily life. I always enjoy our time during sessions and just grateful for her advice!
Written on Feb 17, 2021 after therapy with Melva for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Melva is a great listener! She has been able to effectively analyze what I confide in her in order to help me find ways to reach my counseling goals.
Written on Feb 11, 2021 after therapy with Melva for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Melva is a great counselor, she is able to help break down complex situations and ideas to be more comprehensive and valuable to you and your life. I trust her advice it’s so nice to have a counselor that actually gives you advice instead of sitting there listening to you it’s definitely very interactive and I enjoy it.
Written on Jan 21, 2021 after therapy with Melva for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching