Melissa Pedersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW (she, her)
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Ste 115 Columbus, OH 43219
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Melissa brings a unique perspective to her work as a retired U.S. Air Force veteran with 20 years of service, including combat experience in Afghanistan. She is especially dedicated to supporting military members, veterans, and first responders as they manage PTSD, trauma, and substance use issues. Her understanding of military culture and the unique stressors of service allows her to create a safe and validating space where clients feel truly understood.Melissa brings a unique perspective to her work as a retired U.S. Air Force veteran with 20 years of service, including combat experience in Afghanistan. She is especially dedicated
She integrates therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and exposure-based approaches to help individuals build coping skills, reduce distress, and reconnect with meaning in their lives.She integrates therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT
In addition to her focus on trauma and recovery, Melissa also works with individuals navigating grief, midlife and later life transitions, pain management, postpartum depression and anxiety, and sleep disorders. She also serves diverse populations, including individuals within the LGBTQ+ community and those living with head injuries.In addition to her focus
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Melissa Pedersen now - (614) 482-3585
Let's Connect (614) 482-3585
Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
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- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Buckeye
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Humana
- Magellan
- Medical Mutual
- Medicare
- Molina Healthcare
- Ohio Health Choice
- Optum
- Paramount
- SummaCare
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Melissa Pedersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Email me or call with questions - (614) 482-3585
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Ohio / S.2411094 Supervised by Jason Stofel (Ohio / I.0009837-SUPV) Melissa Pedersen
- Attended The Ohio State University, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2025
- Degree/Diploma from Department Of Veterans Affairs 2025
- Degree/Diploma from The Ohio State University Bachelor of Science in Social Work / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
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Melissa Pedersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
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Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Chronic Pain
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Trauma and PTSD
Melissa Pedersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
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Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
I also speak
English
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
I also speak
English
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Couples/Marital Counseling
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Melissa Pedersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
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Melissa Pedersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
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