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Melanie Strescino

Pre-Licensed Professional

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Available both in-person and online
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of where to begin. Maybe you’re navigating anxiety, stress, self-doubt, or a major life transition and want a space where you can feel heard and supported without judgment. I approach therapy as a collaborative and compassionate process rooted in empathy, curiosity, and respect. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you as we explore your experiences, strengths, and goals at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
My work is influenced by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps you build awareness of thoughts and emotions and move toward values-based living. Rather than eliminating difficult feelings, we focus on practical skills that support flexibility, resilience, insight, and meaningful change.
I support individuals navigating anxiety, stress, identity exploration, and life transitions. Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you’re unsure where to begin — and you don’t have to have everything figured out before reaching out. If you’re thinking about starting therapy, we can take that first step together.
Call or Melanie Strescino now for a free 15 minute consultation - (719) 881-8360

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Colorado Springs, CO 80920

(719) 881-8360
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues 
$65 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (719) 881-8360
Photo of Melanie Strescino, Pre-Licensed Professional

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Colorado Springs, CO 80920

(719) 881-8360
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues 
$65 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $65
  • Couple Sessions $65
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • CCHA
  • CHP Plus
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Colorado Access
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • Optum/UHC
  • Out of Network
  • Rocky Mountain Health Plans
  • Out of Network
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Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
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Melanie Strescino
Pre-Licensed Professional
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (719) 881-8360
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Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Photo of Melanie Strescino, Pre-Licensed Professional
Melanie Strescino
Pre-Licensed Professional
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (719) 881-8360

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Paul Assante (Colorado / LPC.0019124) Melanie Strescino
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Melanie Strescino
Pre-Licensed Professional
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (719) 881-8360
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Melanie Strescino
Pre-Licensed Professional
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (719) 881-8360

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Burnout
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • First Responders
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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Melanie Strescino
Pre-Licensed Professional
Do these issues align with your needs? or (719) 881-8360
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Melanie Strescino
Pre-Licensed Professional
Do these issues align with your needs? or (719) 881-8360

6 Endorsements

Sara Taitai
Sara Taitai
Pre-Licensed Professional, B.A., MS
Melanie is a highly skilled, trustworthy clinician. Her warm, grounded, and appropriately direct style helps clients feel supported while being meaningfully challenged. She fosters insight, resilience, and lasting change.
Jane Boone
Jane Boone
Pre-Licensed Professional
Melanie brings warmth, empathy, and thoughtful insight to her work, creating a space where clients feel comfortable and understood. She helps people build resilience and move toward meaningful, lasting change. I highly recommend her.
Healing Forge Therapy
Healing Forge Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCMHC, LMHC
Melanie has a rare ability to hold both precision and heart at once; she attends carefully to the details of a client's experience while never losing the warmth that makes people feel truly safe. I am proud to supervise her and recommend her fully.
Ari Henry
Ari Henry
Pre-Licensed Professional
Melanie balances deep empathy with refreshing clarity. Her grounded, direct approach creates a secure yet transformative space for clients to build resilience and foster insight. I highly recommend her for anyone seeking authentic, lasting growth.
Brian Eason Vickers
Brian Eason Vickers
Pre-Licensed Professional, BS, CAT
Melanie is a warm, empathetic therapist who helps clients feel truly seen and safe. Her compassionate presence and thoughtful communication make her an exceptional guide for anyone seeking meaningful healing.
Grace Terrones
Grace Terrones
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Melanie brings a calm, steady presence that helps people feel comfortable, heard, and supported. Her thoughtful and compassionate approach creates a welcoming space for clients to work through challenges and move toward meaningful growth.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler , 
Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Age

Toddler , 
Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Location

Primary Location

Colorado Springs, CO 80920

(719) 881-8360
Photo of Melanie Strescino, Pre-Licensed Professional
Melanie Strescino
Pre-Licensed Professional
Call for a free consultation now - (719) 881-8360
Photo of Melanie Strescino, Pre-Licensed Professional
Melanie Strescino
Pre-Licensed Professional
Call for a free consultation now - (719) 881-8360