Melissa Peddy, LPC (she/her/hers)

My clients describe me as:

a licensed professional counselor who is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.

Something to know about my approach is:

is person-centered, which means that I believe that the individual knows what is best for them and they can direct their own individualized path to recovery, as well as what that recovery looks like for them.

Together, we will:

strive to meet the goals you have identified for yourself in counseling. If my caseload is full, you can receive counseling through one of the residents in counseling that I supervise at my practice.

I specialize in working with people who:

I have treated children, adolescents, & adults who struggled with trauma, depression, anxiety, and addiction. I am a licensed professional counselor who is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.

I became a therapist because:

I have always had a strong desire to help others in the best way I can without sacrificing myself or my own self-care.

Something that stands out about where I offer therapy is:

I'm located in Southwest Virginia, however, I love offering telehealth to all residents in Virginia. I am familiar with most areas in Virginia.

More about me and my practice:

I am a group practice owner. I have a full caseload with a waiting list and also supervise Residents in Counseling who are working towards their licensure. For those with Medicaid, you can schedule to see one of the residents under my supervision.