I am licensed in Florida with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, ADHD, Autism, parenting struggles, LGBTQ+ related issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and you can be proud of yourself for getting started!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Gender dysphoria, HIV / AIDS, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Multicultural concerns, Personality disorders, Prejudice and discrimination, Sexual assault and abuse
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
FL LCSW SW13622
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I feel safe talking with Melynda. My concerns and disorders are always validated and I have found many useful skills from her!
Written on Apr 04, 2023 after therapy with Melynda for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is an amazing therapist I’ve recommended her to everyone who’s asked me
Written on Mar 04, 2023 after therapy with Melynda for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, and adhd
The best therapist, hands down. She addresses all my issues and is always there when I need her, including scheduling extra sessions and responding to my messages.
Written on Feb 23, 2023 after therapy with Melynda for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s great! From her calm, welcoming demeanor to the care behind her words. I look forward to our sessions and would recommend her time and time again!
Written on Jan 22, 2023 after therapy with Melynda for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Melynda is very knowledgeable, understanding, compassionate and encouraging. She completely understands my needs, is willing to pivot when needed and offers great support and techniques to progress with. Wry happy to be working with her!
Written on Dec 12, 2022 after therapy with Melynda for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Melynda has helped me explore and learn about myself without judgment while also teaching me acceptance. Melynda is very caring and professional and always knows what to say or finds the answer. I am truly grateful for finding Melynda when I did because I have seen how good my life has changed for the better.
Written on Oct 27, 2022 after therapy with Melynda for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd