Melissa
Licensed Professional Counselor (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (956) 539-4073
Hello and welcome to my page. So glad you are here taking the first step toward therapy and although it may feel hard, know you are not alone. I'm a therapist who believes real change happens when you feel genuinely supported and understood. Therapy doesn't have to feel heavy all the time, my approach is warm, collaborative, and I want you to feel comfortable showing up exactly as you are. My goal is to help individuals navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, and life transitions while building confidence and emotional resilience.
I work collaboratively with you to help gain insight, build healthier coping skills, and create meaningful changes in daily life. I provide a supportive and nonjudgemental space using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to ensure you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we work on building confidence and making positive changes that are manageable.
I am fully aware of how difficult scheduling time for yourself can be...I am currently taking new clients and can schedule appointments after working hours and Saturday mornings, if more convenient.
If you're ready to talk to someone who is truly in your corner and will help you breathe a little easier-I'm here.
Call or Email Melissa Lauer now for a free 15 minute consultation - (956) 539-4073
Let's Connect (956) 539-4073
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $120
- Couple Sessions $155
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Quest Behavioral Health
Melissa Lauer
Licensed Professional Counselor
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (956) 539-4073
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 84012 Melissa Lauer
- In Practice for 2 years
- Attended Lamar University, Licensed Professional Counselor, Graduated 2022
- Membership with Texas Counselors Association 164885 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Melissa Lauer
Licensed Professional Counselor
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (956) 539-4073
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Stress
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Transgender
Melissa Lauer
Licensed Professional Counselor
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (956) 539-4073
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Positive Psychology
- Reality Therapy
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Melissa Lauer
Licensed Professional Counselor
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (956) 539-4073
Location
Additional Location
Headway
Austin, TX 78705
(956) 539-4073