Melina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC (she, her)
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Melina specializes in working with children, youth, adolescents and young adults that have gone through anything that they perceive as challenging, problematic, or too big to cope with or handle. Melina has had experience in various settings which includes community mental health clinics, after school enrichment programs and school settings.
Melina specializes in various modalities including play therapy, expressive arts therapies, TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and MI (Motivational Interviewing). These modalities allow for success to promote healing and return to day to day functioning.
Melina offers afternoon appointments on Fridays and weekends. If she seems like a good match do not hesitate to reach out. She looks forward to hearing from you.
Call or Email Melina Ciotta now for a free 15 minute consultation - (716) 391-4550 x182
Let's Connect (716) 391-4550 x182

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $120
- Couple Sessions $120
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Cigna EAP
- Fidelis
- Molina Healthcare
- MVP Health Care
- Private pay
- Univera
- Out of Network
Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (716) 391-4550 x182
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 121421-01 Melina Ciotta
- Attended University at Buffalo , MSW , Graduated 2020
Education and Years In Practice
Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (716) 391-4550 x182
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Anxiety
- School Issues
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Burnout
- Career Counseling
- Caregivers
- Chronic Illness
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Divorce
- Emotional Regulation
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 391-4550 x182
Endorsement
Part of Rooted Hearts Counseling and Wellness Services
View PracticeClient Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Expressive Arts
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Sandplay
- Strength-Based
- TF-CBT
- Trauma Focused
Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (716) 391-4550 x182
Location
Group Practice
Rooted Hearts Counseling and Wellness ServicesNearby Areas
Melina Ciotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CASAC
Call for a free consultation now - (716) 391-4550 x182