
Melanie Riggs
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified by Psychology Today
200 Medical Drive, Suite D, Carmel, IN 46032
Let's Connect (317) 961-8379

Change your thoughts and you change your world. This statement could not be a more perfect example of how I view this thing called life. I believe that my role is to help guide you in becoming more aware of any barriers that may be in the way of allowing for change and growth. I come from a holistic frame of mind and believe that one can regain balance of mind, body, and soul with just being open to the idea and process of change. In addition to traditional therapy, I also offer Equine Facilitated Learning sessions and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy sessions through Strides to Success as a way to support a more holistic healing.
I have experience in working with symptoms of anxiety, depression, sexually maladaptive behaviors, communication issues, self esteem issues, sexual orientation, issues with identity, anger management, substance use issues, occupational concerns and marital/relationship issues. I have experience in individual, couples, family and group sessions. I offer EMDR.
I try to meet clients where they are at as each person is unique. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is so important and I attempt to collaborate with clients on their journey. I view therapy as a puzzle and the sessions provide an opportunity to put those pieces together.
Call or Email
Melanie Riggs
now for a free 15 minute consultation - (317) 961-8379
Let's Connect (317) 961-8379

Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Ceridian
- ComPsych
- CuraLinc
- Indiana University Health Plan
- LifeWorks | Morneau Shepell
- MultiPlan
- Optum
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
If you see your insurance listed, please ask me to verify coverage when you arrange your first visit.

Melanie Riggs
Counselor,
MA,
LMHC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Indiana / 39002935A
- Certificate from American Counseling Association 2018
- Certificate from Denison University BA in Psychology / 2009
- Attended The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Graduated 2013
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Coping Skills
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Antisocial Personality
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Child
- Codependency
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Teen,
Adults
Participants
Individuals,
Family,
Group
Age
Teen,
Adults
Participants
Individuals,
Family,
Group
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Forensic Psychology
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Location
Primary Location
Additional Location
Bluebird Therapy Services at Strides to Success
1350 Terry Drive
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 961-8379Nearby Areas
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (317) 961-8379

Melanie Riggs
Counselor,
MA,
LMHC
Last Modified: 1 Dec 2022