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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
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Melissa Kaiser

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP

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Available both in-person and online
Yankton, SD 57078
Melissa Kaiser is a licensed clinical social worker with a Master’s degree from the University of Iowa and over 20 years of experience in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. Throughout her career, she has worked with both children and adults, providing comprehensive, compassionate care across a wide range of diagnoses.
Melissa has extensive experience treating individuals with adjustment disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, co-occurring disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Her clinical approach is grounded in evidence-based practice, a deep respect for each client’s lived experience, and a commitment to supporting long-term stability, resilience, and recovery.
Melissa is dedicated to helping clients navigate mental health challenges while fostering meaningful, sustainable change.
Call or Melissa Kaiser now for a free 15 minute consultation - (605) 657-0787

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Yankton, SD 57078

(605) 657-0787
My website
Melissa is available for in person and Telehealth services. Melissa's schedule is flexible and she will work to meet your scheduling needs.
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (605) 657-0787
Photo of Melissa Kaiser, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Yankton, SD 57078

(605) 657-0787
My website
Melissa is available for in person and Telehealth services. Melissa's schedule is flexible and she will work to meet your scheduling needs.
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Avera Health Plans
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Midlands Choice
  • Optum
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • Wellmark BCBS
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Melissa Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (605) 657-0787
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Melissa Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (605) 657-0787

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of South Dakota / 5072 Melissa A Kaiser
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended University of Iowa, MSW
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Nebraska 4543 / 2026
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Melissa is licensed as an independent social worker in both South Dakota and Nebraska.
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Melissa Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (605) 657-0787
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Melissa is licensed as an independent social worker in both South Dakota and Nebraska.
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Melissa Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (605) 657-0787

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Melissa Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Do these issues align with your needs? or (605) 657-0787
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Melissa Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Do these issues align with your needs? or (605) 657-0787

Endorsement

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MICHELLE L TOWNSEND
Clinical Social Work/TherapistCSWPIP
Melissa is a caring compassionate therapist who takes the time to get to know her clients. She practices client centered strengths-based mode of therapy to help her clients achieve their goals!

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
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Melissa Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (605) 657-0787
Photo of Melissa Kaiser, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Melissa Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (605) 657-0787

Location

Primary Location

Yankton, SD 57078

(605) 657-0787
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Melissa is available for in person and Telehealth services. Melissa's schedule is flexible and she will work to meet your scheduling needs.
Photo of Melissa Kaiser, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Melissa Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Call for a free consultation now - (605) 657-0787
"
Melissa is available for in person and Telehealth services. Melissa's schedule is flexible and she will work to meet your scheduling needs.
Photo of Melissa Kaiser, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Melissa Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, LIMHP
Call for a free consultation now - (605) 657-0787