Melanie Varney
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Let's Connect (352) 713-0169

Available both in-person and online
1810 Northwest 6th Street Gainesville, FL 32609
It can be an intimidating process to begin or reengage in counseling, so I am glad you are visiting my profile for the chance to learn more about me. If you are feeling stuck in your life and looking for some insight, this is a very relatable experience. I often see clients who are tired of feeling distressed, lost, anxious, unmotivated, etc.
My goal is to help clients understand their social and cultural experiences in their environments, as well as their existential need for meaning and purpose. Through non-judgment, I will help guide your ability to understand yourself and release stuck emotions that have gotten in your way or weighed you down.
I enjoy building lasting relationships with my clients. My clients often express feelings of hope and insight after the first session. My greatest wish is for all human beings to experience freedom and joy. I'll look forward to hearing from you to see if we would like to work together.
Call or Email Melanie Varney now for a free 15 minute consultation - (352) 713-0169
Let's Connect (352) 713-0169

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $145
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Quest Behavioral Health
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Melanie Varney
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (352) 713-0169
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / MH18013 Melanie Varney
- In Practice for 12 years
- Attended Georgia State University, PhD, Graduated 2018
Education and Years In Practice
Melanie Varney
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (352) 713-0169
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress
Expertise
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Spirituality
- Suicidal Ideation
- Teen Violence
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Melanie Varney
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (352) 713-0169
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Asian
Age
Adults
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Asian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Multicultural
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Melanie Varney
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (352) 713-0169