Melanie
Clinical Social Work Associate, MSW, CSWA (she, her)
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If you feel overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, or chronic stress, you are not alone. Many people come to therapy feeling stuck or unsure of where to begin. I work with children, teens, and adults who want things to feel different, including LGBTQ+ and autistic individuals who are often seeking care that feels affirming and safe. Often people come in wanting relief, clarity, and real change.
I work with clients around a wide range of concerns using a trauma-informed approach. EMDR is a primary tool I use for trauma processing, alongside other creative and evidence-based methods such as narrative therapy, expressive art therapy, sand tray therapy, play therapy, and CBT. Therapy is collaborative and grounded in a strong therapeutic relationship.
Therapy should feel human, safe, and grounded in real life. I create a space where clients can slow down, breathe, and move at their own pace. For children, that often means play and creativity. For teens and adults, it may mean feeling understood without pressure. You do not need the right words or a perfect plan. You are welcome here.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Melanie Messenger now - (541) 981-6391
Let's Connect (541) 981-6391
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $280
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- First Choice Health | FCH
- Medicaid
- Moda Health
- Optum
- Oregon Health Plan (OHP)
- PacificSource
- Providence
- Regence
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Melanie Messenger
Clinical Social Work Associate, MSW, CSWA
Email me or call with questions - (541) 981-6391
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Oregon / A15569 Supervised by Dawn Williamson (Oregon / L2308) Melanie Messenger
- In Practice for 2 years
- Attended Portland State University, MSW, Graduated 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Melanie Messenger
Clinical Social Work Associate, MSW, CSWA
Email me or call with questions - (541) 981-6391
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Autism
- Child
- LGBTQ+
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Bisexual
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- First Responders
- Grief
- Lesbian
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
Melanie Messenger
Clinical Social Work Associate, MSW, CSWA
Email me or call with questions - (541) 981-6391
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Narrative
- Play Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Sandplay
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Melanie Messenger
Clinical Social Work Associate, MSW, CSWA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (541) 981-6391
Location
Nearby Areas
Melanie Messenger
Clinical Social Work Associate, MSW, CSWA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (541) 981-6391