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I am a compassionate and understanding therapist with a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. I believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can show up as your true self without fear of judgment. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, relationship challenges, and major life changes. My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I see therapy as a partnership where we work together to better understand your experiences, identify patterns, and build healthier ways of coping. I am passionate about helping clients feel empowered, confident, and equipped with tools that support long-term emotional growth and resilience.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida and for over 10 years I have had the honor of helping individuals navigate through life's challenges. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss and depression. The most common approaches I use are Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused with Motivational Interview Technique. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental environment where individuals can explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and build a stronger sense of self-worth. My goal is to help clients uncover their strengths, gain clarity, and create a path toward personal growth and resilience.

I am a licensed mental health therapist who works with children, teens, young adults, and their families. I provide a supportive, judgment-free space where young people can feel safe expressing themselves and learning healthy ways to manage emotions, stress, and life’s challenges. I partner closely with parents and caregivers, offering guidance and practical tools to support growth both in and outside of therapy. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each child’s unique needs, helping families build resilience, connection, and confidence together.

Hello, I’m Melissa. My path to becoming a therapist was paved by my deep belief in the human capacity for transformation. I understand that for many, life has felt like a constant balancing act—especially for those who grew up "walking on eggshells." I offer more than just a clinical conversation; I provide a dynamic, safe, and insight-driven space where I help you tackle the root causes of trauma and addiction. I believe that healing isn't just a possibility; it is a path I build alongside you through evidence-based strategies and genuine connection. With a background that spans mental health, family systems, and addiction recovery, I bring a unique multidisciplinary lens to our work. I am dually licensed as an LMHC and LMFT to address both your individual and relational challenges, and as a Master’s Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP), I specialize in recovery and relapse prevention. I am also nationally recognized for excellence in clinical mental health counseling as an NCC and CCMHC. I choose to move past the traditional, detached therapist-client dynamic to look at how your past influences your present, help you identify the survival skills that no longer serve you, and work with you to replace them with lasting resilience. Whether we meet in person in Florida or via a secure virtual platform, my goal is to help you reclaim your narrative and thrive.