Melissa Carlson
Counselor, MAT, MSEd, LCPC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
2200 Huntington Dr N, Algonquin, IL 60102
Let's Connect (815) 516-5001
My approach to counseling is a balance of a straightforward communication with the belief that clients are the experts of themselves. My goal is to help clients to discover their own inner wisdom and support a plan to move out of their stuckness. I believe that our early childhood experiences along with traumas we have experienced play a leading part in the stories we tell ourselves about who we are today.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) & the owner of Melissa Carlson Counseling. I hold a Master's Degree in Counseling, a Master's Degree in Teaching, & a Bachelor's Degree with a Minor in Family & Child Studies.
Along with traditional talk therapy I am trained in EMDR and practice both in office and through teletherapy. When working with children I believe Play Therapy is the most appropriate modality. I also have a specialization in Parenting; sessions can be scheduled on their own or in conjunction with counseling for your child.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Melissa Carlson Counseling now - (815) 516-5001
Let's Connect (815) 516-5001
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Choice OPT PPO (Tier 1)
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
- UHCSR (NIU student insurance)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Melissa Carlson Counseling
Counselor, MAT, MSEd, LCPC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (815) 516-5001
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180.011171 Melissa Carlson
- Attended Northern Illinois University, Masters Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Degree/Diploma from Aurora University Masters of Arts in Teaching
- Degree/Diploma from Northern Illinois University Family & Child Studies
Counselor: Melissa Carlson
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Melissa Carlson Counseling
Counselor, MAT, MSEd, LCPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (815) 516-5001
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Self Esteem
- Women's Issues
- Parenting
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
Melissa Carlson Counseling
Counselor, MAT, MSEd, LCPC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (815) 516-5001
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Feminist
- Integrative
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Sandplay
Melissa Carlson Counseling
Counselor, MAT, MSEd, LCPC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (815) 516-5001
Location
Primary Location
Melissa Carlson Counseling
2200 Huntington Dr N
Algonquin, IL 60102
(815) 516-5001Email us
Nearby Areas
Melissa Carlson Counseling
Counselor, MAT, MSEd, LCPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (815) 516-5001