
Madeleine Melamed
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, ATR-P
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
618 223rd St, Des Moines, WA 98198
Let's Connect (509) 581-5452

My practice is specialized in working with members of the adoption community including parents, birth parents, children, and adults. As a transracial adoptee myself, I understand the distinct personal experiences of adoptees. I strive to provide a safe space for people to explore their feelings, foster healthy communication, and address any behavioral/emotional issues. I utilize a combination of talk and art therapy to explore each client’s adoption story with compassion, understanding, and empathy. I help people navigate the complexities of attachment, abandonment, identity, and grief that can arise in the adoption process.
Additionally, I offer Art Therapy to people seeking a non-verbal and accessible way to express feelings regarding current life events that could be difficult to articulate using words. Art Therapy can be beneficial to people dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma as it fosters self-awareness, emotional release, and personal growth.
By utilizing trauma-informed practices and culturally sensitive approaches, I seek to empower families and individuals to build strong, resilient lifelong relationships and promote healing.
Call or Email Madeleine Melamed now for a free 15 minute consultation - (509) 581-5452
Let's Connect (509) 581-5452

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $170
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Premera Blue Cross
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (509) 581-5452

Madeleine Melamed
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, ATR-P
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LH61539673 Madeleine Melamed
- License: Art Therapist Provisional 24-603 / 2024
- Degree/Diploma from Academy of Art University Art Education / 2016
- Attended Antioch University Seattle, Masters of Arts in Counseling , Graduated 2021
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Adoption
- Racial Identity
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Family Conflict
- Life Transitions
- Self Esteem
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Queer Allied
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Queer Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Expressive Arts
- Family Systems
- Jungian
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (509) 581-5452

Madeleine Melamed
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, ATR-P