Do you sometimes feel like you are walking on egg shells with your teenager, and are wondering what has happened to the child you once knew? You are not alone. Many parents feel like they are unable to control their children; and are experiencing extreme stress, shame, anger, and isolation. I can help your family reunite, strengthen bonds, and heal from the chaos you have been living through. I specialize in working with families and children who are suffering; and with children who continue to act out with dangerous and disruptive behaviors. Please reach out to accept help and understanding.

Do you feel like you try to do everything right and despite your best efforts, things are still not okay? Do you find it difficult to be fully connected and present in your day to day life and relationships? Do you want things to be different but struggle to pinpoint where to start? I work with client's that want more authentic, fulfilling, lives and relationships. Trying to balance work, school, new/existing relationships, dysfunctional family situations, life transitions, feelings of inadequacy, anxiety and depression can be overwhelming. We all have something that we wish could be different and the reality is change is possible.

I work with individuals, couples and families dealing with mood, anxiety, and substance abuse issues, helping clients gain insight to better manage their behaviors, and understand how belief systems and past experiences impact choices.

My name is Melissa, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years of experience working with adults and families in the areas of healing from trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, pregnancy and postpartum adjustment, PTSD, adjustment disorders, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, separation and divorce, anger management, depression, and life transitions. It is my core belief is that every individual holds the power within themselves to bring about positive change. In order to tap into that power, I believe, first and foremost, it is important to build a trusting relationship borne of guidance and support.

Tired of fighting with your spouse? Do you feel unappreciated in your relationship? Do you feel your or your spouse’s alcohol/gaming/porn habits are hurting your relationship? Do you feel stressed or anxious? Is your job overwhelming? Are you working through family issues and challenges with in-laws?

Whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, or just feel "stuck", I see my role as a therapist as one of support, tailored to meet your individual needs. I strive to do all of this with a social justice lens. This means I take into account generational trauma, historical trauma, racial trauma, and current political climate.

I believe the ideal client is someone who is completely honest and open about themselves. There are no wrong answers, and no problems too big to solve. No single diagnosis really represents what is happening in our Psyche, and time doesn’t heal chronic trauma. The ideal client will not have to worry about labeling specific issues or needs, or behaving in a specific way with me. Our dynamic will be tailored to the client's needs, and will be flexible as our therapy gets underway and our relationship grows. Problems are complex , and together will find the answers.

Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy or counseling, when you step into my office, you will be treated with respect, compassion, and validation. You will be given the needed space to identify your true feelings, essential needs, amazing strengths and innermost hopes. Therapy will help you gain greater understanding and insight into yourself and situation. Compassionate self-knowledge will enable you to build on your strengths and enhance your skills to make significant positive changes in your life. You will learn how to handle stress, build and strengthen relationships, regulate your emotions and gain more perspective.

I feel it a privilege to have the opportunity to help people overcome personal or environmental challenges and help them achieve their personal goals by providing a safe and healthy environment where you can be yourself, enabling the voice that has been hidden. This includes immigrants, victims of abuse, anxiety, depression, and marriage.

Do you struggle with self-worth and having healthy relationships but find that you function well in other areas of life? Do past events bring up such painful memories that it’s hard to talk about even years later? Do you find that it’s hard to relate when others report on having a happy childhood? I am here to support you in getting your life back and creating the life you want for yourself. I believe that we always have the opportunity to make positive changes in our lives and that while we can’t change the past, the past does not have to define who we are and who we become.

I am currently offering Individual, Family, and Group Therapy. My Individual Therapy work focuses on issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Trauma, Mood Issues, and others. I offer EMDR treatment which is very effective in treating PTSD symptoms and treatment-resistant mood issues. My Group Therapy programs include Wilderness Therapy Programs and, NEWLY INTRODUCED Groups which focus on RPG (role-playing game)/Game Therapy. My RPG Groups focus on social skills, impulse control, and collaborative story-telling. I am currently accepting new clients for Teen and Adult groups.

In life we have joyful and enlightening experiences, and painful challenges that are best handled with help. Therapy helps you build awareness and increase your ability to deal with problems of life like depression, anxiety or fear. Counseling, enables you to recover the joy of life. We provide an atmosphere of understanding and trust where we listen empathetically to understand your perspective and issues. We use culturally centered Evidence and Practice Based therapy to find your strengths and equip you with tools to overcome challenges and to make positive changes so you can lead a better life.

I have a passion for working with individuals who want to see positive change in their lives. Struggles with mood, anxiety, trauma, or addiction symptoms often get in the way of making these positive changes. I want to work with you to develop a plan to address these issues and develop strategies that work for you to reach your goals.

My job as a therapist is to make space for your stories, your values, and your authentic self. I have over a decade of experience working with adolescents and adults from a wide array of backgrounds and specialize in working with individuals contending with trauma, depression, anxiety, and/or suicidal ideation. Multiple treatment modalities inform my practice, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. I strongly believe, though, that the therapeutic relationship is the greatest predictor of progress.

Hello. Are you hurting from sorrow or despair? Or do you simply feel stuck or have a vague feeling of low self-esteem, anxiety or depression.? Maybe you smile on the outside but struggle on the inside, or just need someone to talk to, I will listen, and help you restore hope. I believe we all have innate resilience and potential for growth. Therapy can help you unresoved issues, and resolve behaviors that no longer work. I will not judge, and will safely walk you through each step along the way. I will help you look deeply inside, Sometimes we may even laugh together. I will always be present.

Do you feel like raising adolescents in a culture other than what you were raised is confusing and frustrating? Sometimes adolescents and families need help navigating the thoughts that can arise with family trauma, identity confusion, and self esteem issues. And many times, if there's trauma in the family, the adolescent experiences more stress, anxiety and depression. Maybe the strength and resilience that helped a teen survive what they were going through can be their greatest gift... Maybe it'd be good to feel a bit more resolved about those experiences, too.

I have a passion for working with people struggling with a variety of issues, including dysfunctional behavior rooted in shame, including addiction, self-loathing, low self-esteem, perfectionism, and grief and loss. I believe people are incredibly resilient, but know that we all go through struggles and sometimes we need additional support.

Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker with 14 years of experience in workings with children, adolescents and adults who struggle with PTSD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD, grief and loss issues, relationship issues and autism spectrum disorders. I am trained as an EMDR therapist and provide trauma informed play therapy and psychotherapy. I provide individual, group and family therapies. I believe that with compassion and support, clients are able to overcome adversity and live their life to the fullest.

Are you overwhelmed with relationships (ambivalence, low sexual desire...) and life (stress, grief, anxiety, depression, ADHD/ADD/executive functions, chronic health issues...)? Can you imagine how nice it would be to no longer feel so preoccupied? What would you do with that extra energy and time? I can help you figure out how to improve these areas in your life.

Are you struggling to find balance in life? Do you feel overwhelmed even by minor everyday problems in your life? Do you desire a change but unsure how to get there? Are you needing a relief from emotional distress whether due to your own struggles or someone in your family? If you are ready to make the first step toward finding solutions to your struggles, I can be there to help you through this process. I believe that each individual is an expert in their own self. By creating a safe and nonjudgmental environment and guiding you through the process of resolving challenging thoughts and emotions, you can reach your own potential.