Primary Location
668 3 Mile Road NW
Ste D (Lower Level)
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Ste D (Lower Level)
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Melissa A Lidderdale is not currently accepting new clients.
About
Life presents us with challenges and opportunities that sometimes require consultation. Often, change and healing are facilitated by assistance from caring others. I have repeatedly witnessed the resiliency of the human spirit. I am eager to meet with clients motivated for change and curious about the possibility of having more satisfying lives. I believe that psychotherapy requires trust and a working relationship. I am a compassionate listener and tailor my approach to best match the uniqueness of each client. I approach problems from a strengths-based, holistic perspective that considers a client's relevant biological, developmental, social, and cultural factors.
I am a fully licensed psychologist and have worked in several settings (agencies, universities, private practice). I work with a diverse range of clients. I have specialized training in treating trauma, anxiety, and stress. I also specialize in treating chronic pain, mood disorders, relational concerns, coping with illness, and life transitions.
My theoretical approach varies slightly dependent upon client and presenting issue. I use research-supported techniques within a strong theoretical foundation of interpersonal and relational theories. My work is also influenced by concepts from Eastern Psychology (mindfulness, meditation, balancing dualities).
Finances
- Sliding Scale: Yes
Pay By:
Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa
Accepted Insurance Plans
- ASR Health Benefits
- Anthem
- Blue Care Network
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Empire BlueCross BlueShield
- Medicare
- Physicians Care
- Priority Health
- Out of Network
Verify your health insurance coverage when you arrange your first visit.
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 19 Years
- License: Michigan / 6301014348
- School: Western Michigan University
- Year Graduated: 2009
Additional Credentials
- Certificate: American Psychological Assn. / 8543818
- Certificate Date: 2012
- Degree: University of Akron / M.A.
- Year graduated: 1999
Endorsements
"Dr. Lidderdale offers high quality, thoughtful psychotherapy."
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Psychologist, PhD, LP, CAADC
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Primary Location
668 3 Mile Road NW
Ste D (Lower Level)
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Ste D (Lower Level)
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Spirituality
Issues
- Anger Management
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic pain, chronic/complex medical
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Mental Health
- Mood Disorders
Sexuality
- Bisexual
- LGBTQ+
- Lesbian
Client Focus
Age
- Elders (65+)
- Adults
Communities
- Bisexual Allied
- Body Positivity
- Cancer
- Gay Allied
- HIV / AIDS Allied
- Immuno-disorders
- Lesbian Allied
- Non-Binary Allied
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Queer Allied
- Racial Justice Allied
- Single Mother
- Transgender Allied
- Veterans
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Positive Psychology
- Relational
- Trauma Focused
Modality
- Individuals
- Group
Last Modified: 30 Nov 2022