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Mel Gomez-Erickson
Mel Gomez-Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
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Mel Gomez-Erickson

Counselor, MA, LMHC (they, them)

Verified by Psychology Today
11315 Corporate Blvd, Building 500 Suite 105, Orlando, FL 32817
(386) 210-3404
Not accepting new clients
Let's Connect (386) 210-3404
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. I transitioned into counseling after spending over 10 years in education. As a classroom instructor and as a tutor, I saw how much outside issues affected my students, whether they were in kindergarten or college. My background definitely shapes the way I work with my clients. I take into account the how people are shaped by their experiences, always keeping in mind that clients are doing the best they can. My job as a counselor is not to "fix" my clients-it's to provide a safe space to explore their concerns and help them learn to "do better."
My areas of clinical focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, family/relationship issues, and phase of life changes. I specialize in working with teens, adults, and couples in underserved, highly stigmatized communities, such as the CNM, LGBTQ, and Kink/BDSM communities. I am also a certified trans-competent counselor.
Therapy is meant to be collaborative. I work with my clients to identify their unique needs. I then use therapeutic interventions in ways that are easily understandable and relatable to create a safe space for clients to process, learn, and grow. I often incorporate elements of popular culture into therapy in order to enhance the therapeutic process.
Take the first step to help. Call or Mel Gomez-Erickson now - (386) 210-3404

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

The Meaningful Life Center

11315 Corporate Blvd

Building 500 Suite 105

Orlando, FL 32817

(386) 210-3404
I specialize in Stress, Anxiety, and Depression
I accept insurance
I see individuals, couples and groups
Let's Connect (386) 210-3404

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

The Meaningful Life Center

11315 Corporate Blvd

Building 500 Suite 105

Orlando, FL 32817

(386) 210-3404
I specialize in Stress, Anxiety, and Depression
I accept insurance
I see individuals, couples and groups

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid
  • Ambetter
  • AvMed
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • CMS Medicaid
  • Florida Blue
  • Humana
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Sunshine Health
  • UMR
  • United Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I accept insurance and also provide a sliding scale for self-pay rates.
or call with questions - (386) 210-3404
Mel Gomez-Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
"
I accept insurance and also provide a sliding scale for self-pay rates.
or call with questions - (386) 210-3404
Mel Gomez-Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / MH22950
  • In Practice for 4 Years
  • Degree/Diploma from The College of William and Mary Master's in Psychology / 2015
  • Attended University of Central Florida, Master's in Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2021
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I have over 4 years of experience working with teens, young adults, and adults. I have extensive training and experience working with the LGBTQ community, as well as the ethical non-monogamy and Kink/BDSM communities.
or call with questions - (386) 210-3404
Mel Gomez-Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
"
I have over 4 years of experience working with teens, young adults, and adults. I have extensive training and experience working with the LGBTQ community, as well as the ethical non-monogamy and Kink/BDSM communities.
or call with questions - (386) 210-3404
Mel Gomez-Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Stress
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • BDSM, Kink, Consensual Non-Monogamy
  • Bisexual
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Transgender
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My clients can expect a supportive, safe environment and a collaborative therapeutic process. I work with my clients to identify their main goals as well as how to address them. I meet my clients where they're at while also challenging them to grow.
or call with questions - (386) 210-3404
Mel Gomez-Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
"
My clients can expect a supportive, safe environment and a collaborative therapeutic process. I work with my clients to identify their main goals as well as how to address them. I meet my clients where they're at while also challenging them to grow.
or call with questions - (386) 210-3404
Mel Gomez-Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Body Positivity , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy , 
Queer Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino , 
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Body Positivity , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy , 
Queer Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino , 
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Expressive Arts
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
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I take an eclectic approach to treatment, tailoring my interventions to the unique needs of my clients. I incorporate modalities from multiple types of therapy, including DBT, CBT, ACT, and Solution Focused approaches.
or call with questions - (386) 210-3404
Mel Gomez-Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
"
I take an eclectic approach to treatment, tailoring my interventions to the unique needs of my clients. I incorporate modalities from multiple types of therapy, including DBT, CBT, ACT, and Solution Focused approaches.
or call with questions - (386) 210-3404
Mel Gomez-Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC

Groups

Join the Conversation: Parents of LGBTQ+ Kids

Mel Gomez-Erickson
Hosted by
Mel Gomez-Erickson

It can be confusing, and sometimes scary, when your child comes out. You may not understand what they mean when they say "I'm nonbinary," or know what "gender affirming care" consists of. This 6-week virtual group is a crash course in gender, gender identity, pronouns, and what gender affirming care and transitioning looks like. We'll discuss the real-world impacts of the current legislation concerning trans rights and how to be supportive of your child. This group is a safe, nonjudgmental space to ask questions, talk to other parents, and process your feelings.

Expertise

Transgender

Group Meets

Every Fri 7:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.
Email Mel Gomez-Erickson about this group or call - (386) 210-3404

Location

Primary Location

The Meaningful Life Center

11315 Corporate Blvd

Building 500 Suite 105

Orlando, FL 32817

(386) 210-3404

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Take the first step to help. Call now - (386) 210-3404
Mel Gomez-Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (386) 210-3404
Mel Gomez-Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Last Modified: 23 Nov 2023