Melissa Stafford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW (she, her)
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Let's Connect (814) 473-7219
Available online only
Boalsburg, PA 16827
Melissa is a Licensed Social Worker who supports adults navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, compassion fatigue, relationship concerns, identity development, life transitions, and other life stressors. She offers a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel supported as they explore challenges, build insight, and recognize their strengths.
Melissa believes therapy is a space for learning, healing, and growth. She works alongside clients to build on their strengths, deepen self-understanding, and develop the tools to navigate challenges with confidence.
Melissa's therapeutic approach is person-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed, and rooted in harm reduction. She incorporates CBT, ACT, DBT, and Systems Theory to support each client's unique needs.
Call or Email Melissa Stafford now for a free 15 minute consultation - (814) 473-7219
Let's Connect (814) 473-7219
Finances
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Capital Blue Cross
- Highmark
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Independence Blue Cross
- Medicaid
- Meritain Health
- Oxford
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
Melissa Stafford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (814) 473-7219
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / SW139615 Melissa Stafford
Melissa Stafford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (814) 473-7219
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Burnout
- Caregivers
- Depression
- Emotional Regulation
- Grief
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Stress
- Substance Use
Melissa Stafford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (814) 473-7219
Part of Wissahickon Valley Counseling
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Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Mixed Race
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Mixed Race
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
Melissa Stafford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (814) 473-7219
Location
Melissa Stafford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Call for a free consultation now - (814) 473-7219