discuss challenges my clients may face, which may include depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, relationships (familial, romantic, work, etc.), identity, trauma, and many other life stressors.
discuss challenges my clients may face, which may include depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, relationships (familial, romantic, work, etc.), identity, trauma, and many other life stressors.
my approach provides support to help my clients define and work toward their goals. I am committed to making sure my clients are involved in the process by collaborating throughout. Sometimes I use creative approaches when words are not enough.
Together you will explore creative holistic approaches to healing the mind, body, and spirit by incorporating different treatment modalities into the therapeutic counseling process.
Together you will explore creative holistic approaches to healing the mind, body, and spirit by incorporating different treatment modalities into the therapeutic counseling process.
Melissa utilizes yoga therapy in her practice, as well as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), The Gottman Method for couples/ marriages, ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy), EFT- Emotional Freedom, Mindfulness and Meditation.
gain insight into your current situations, identify specific achievable goals, and develop skills to create individual growth. You can expect to feel heard, validated, empowered in sessions.
gain insight into your current situations, identify specific achievable goals, and develop skills to create individual growth. You can expect to feel heard, validated, empowered in sessions.
I believe in the importance of building trust in the therapeutic relationship to create a safe space to explore challenges in life that are holding you back. My approach is holistic, warm, relational, and tailored to what you need.
Work to improve overall mental health and well being, improving self awareness and having a deeper sense of purpose and ability to cope with both internal systems and external stressors using mindfulness and talk based therapy.
Work to improve overall mental health and well being, improving self awareness and having a deeper sense of purpose and ability to cope with both internal systems and external stressors using mindfulness and talk based therapy.
I use cognitive behavioral approaches to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression and other types of mental health disorders using a trauma informed approach. EMDR is considered on a case by case basis for PTSD. Diagnostic consultations available.
Work collaboratively to address your goals. Explore ways to manage stress, anxiety, depression and additional issues that might be impacting your quality of life.
Work collaboratively to address your goals. Explore ways to manage stress, anxiety, depression and additional issues that might be impacting your quality of life.
I work collaboratively with every individual. I have found EMDR to be helpful in processing past trauma and healing distressing memories. I also incorporate mindfulness, art therapy, CBT and DBT skills.