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Available both in-person and online
2010 Old Greenbrier Road Ste. G Chesapeake, VA 23320
Maybe your child is struggling with big emotions, frequent outbursts, anxiety, behavior concerns, or difficulties at school. Perhaps your teenager or young adult seems overwhelmed, withdrawn, uncertain about the future, or unlike themselves. Or maybe you are the one holding everything together while quietly feeling exhausted, anxious, stuck, or unsure of what to do next. At Meliora Wellness & Harmony, we provide counseling for children, teens, young adults, adults, parents, and families who are ready for something to feel different.
Meliora is a warm, inclusive group practice with clinicians who bring diverse backgrounds, personalities, and strengths. We support anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief, parenting concerns, school or college stress, relationships, identity development, career uncertainty, and life transitions through practical, compassionate care.
Reaching out can feel like a big step, but you do not have to navigate it alone. We are accepting new clients and can often offer appointments without a long wait. In-person counseling is available in Chesapeake, with virtual care throughout Virginia. Contact us to explore availability, insurance, and clinician options because harmony begins within.
Take the first step to help. Call or Meliora Wellness & Harmony now - (757) 659-8600

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2010 Old Greenbrier Road

Ste. G

Chesapeake, VA 23320 map

(757) 659-8600
Website
Now accepting new clients for in person and virtual counseling. We support children, teens, young adults, adults, and families.
I specialize in Anxiety, Child and ADHD 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (757) 659-8600
Photo of Mercedes Santos-Bell - Meliora Wellness & Harmony, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2010 Old Greenbrier Road

Ste. G

Chesapeake, VA 23320 map

(757) 659-8600
Website
Now accepting new clients for in person and virtual counseling. We support children, teens, young adults, adults, and families.
I specialize in Anxiety, Child and ADHD 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Payment Methods

Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HealthKeepers
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Self pay
  • Sentara Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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We accept Medicaid and several major insurance plans. Self-pay sessions with Residents in Counseling are $100 for 60 minutes. Coverage and clinician participation may vary, and our team can help you explore available options.
Photo of Mercedes Santos-Bell - Meliora Wellness & Harmony, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Meliora Wellness & Harmony
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (757) 659-8600
"
We accept Medicaid and several major insurance plans. Self-pay sessions with Residents in Counseling are $100 for 60 minutes. Coverage and clinician participation may vary, and our team can help you explore available options.
Photo of Mercedes Santos-Bell - Meliora Wellness & Harmony, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Meliora Wellness & Harmony
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (757) 659-8600

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Counselor: Mercedes Santos-Bell

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0701011649 Mercedes Santos-Bell
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Ed.S in Counseling, and Masters Degree in Clinical and Community Psychology
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Meliora is led by Mercedes Santos-Bell, LPC, and includes licensed clinicians and Residents in Counseling. Our team brings diverse perspectives, therapeutic styles, and clinical strengths, united by a commitment to compassionate, ethical, and high-quality care.
Photo of Mercedes Santos-Bell - Meliora Wellness & Harmony, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Meliora Wellness & Harmony
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (757) 659-8600
"
Meliora is led by Mercedes Santos-Bell, LPC, and includes licensed clinicians and Residents in Counseling. Our team brings diverse perspectives, therapeutic styles, and clinical strengths, united by a commitment to compassionate, ethical, and high-quality care.
Photo of Mercedes Santos-Bell - Meliora Wellness & Harmony, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Meliora Wellness & Harmony
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (757) 659-8600

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Child
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Behavioral Issues
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Family Conflict
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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We help children, teens, young adults, and adults strengthen coping, communication, and emotional regulation skills while navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, relationship concerns, and school, college, career, parenting, or life stress. We also support families and caregivers through grief, transitions, and other challenges.
Photo of Mercedes Santos-Bell - Meliora Wellness & Harmony, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Meliora Wellness & Harmony
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (757) 659-8600
"
We help children, teens, young adults, and adults strengthen coping, communication, and emotional regulation skills while navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, relationship concerns, and school, college, career, parenting, or life stress. We also support families and caregivers through grief, transitions, and other challenges.
Photo of Mercedes Santos-Bell - Meliora Wellness & Harmony, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Meliora Wellness & Harmony
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (757) 659-8600


Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Deaf Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Single Parent

I also speak

American Sign Language (ASL)

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Deaf Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Single Parent

I also speak

American Sign Language (ASL)

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Music Therapy
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Our clinicians use CBT, DBT, ACT, play therapy, PCIT, person centered, solution focused, and trauma informed approaches. Therapy is tailored to each client's age, strengths, needs, and goals and may include practical skill building, emotional processing, parent involvement, and creative activities.
Photo of Mercedes Santos-Bell - Meliora Wellness & Harmony, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Meliora Wellness & Harmony
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (757) 659-8600
"
Our clinicians use CBT, DBT, ACT, play therapy, PCIT, person centered, solution focused, and trauma informed approaches. Therapy is tailored to each client's age, strengths, needs, and goals and may include practical skill building, emotional processing, parent involvement, and creative activities.
Photo of Mercedes Santos-Bell - Meliora Wellness & Harmony, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Meliora Wellness & Harmony
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
or call with questions - (757) 659-8600

Location

Primary Location

2010 Old Greenbrier Road

Ste. G

Chesapeake, VA 23320

(757) 659-8600

Nearby Areas

Zips

Neighborhoods

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Now accepting new clients for in person and virtual counseling. We support children, teens, young adults, adults, and families.
Photo of Mercedes Santos-Bell - Meliora Wellness & Harmony, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Meliora Wellness & Harmony
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (757) 659-8600
"
Now accepting new clients for in person and virtual counseling. We support children, teens, young adults, adults, and families.
Photo of Mercedes Santos-Bell - Meliora Wellness & Harmony, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Meliora Wellness & Harmony
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (757) 659-8600