Melissa T.
Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
515 East Bell Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Let's Connect (615) 237-5870
Thoreau said "There are a thousand hacking at the branches to every one striking at the root." In therapy, I believe our most valuable work is striking at the root of issues rather than hacking merely at the many branches/symptoms of the root. This latter approach often leads to resolving one manifestation of a problem only to experience new manifestations down the road. Whether the symptoms are anxiety, depression, addictions, or maladaptive relationships, it is worthwhile to examine the deeper sources of our pain. One of my primary roles will be to provide a steadfast ground of compassion, patience, and truth for your work.
Much of my training and experience is in trauma-informed models, attachment, anxiety disorders, as well as level 2 certification in EMDR. I believe it is empowering to learn about the brain's influence over our thoughts, feelings, and choices. My experience has also taught me the irreplaceable value of a strong therapeutic relationship.
Many people struggle with conveying compassion toward themselves and their own pain. It is my hope that by extending a client-centered and compassionate approach, clients will learn to practice the same within themselves. Reach out via email or phone and we'll schedule a time to develop a plan specifically for you.
Call or Email Melissa T. Dees now for a free 15 minute consultation - (615) 237-5870
Let's Connect (615) 237-5870
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
Melissa T. Dees
Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (615) 237-5870
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Tennessee / 2415 Melissa T. Dees
- In Practice for 26 years
- Attended Middle Tennessee State University, Graduated 2000
- Certificate from State of Tennessee LPC-MHSP / 2008
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Melissa T. Dees
Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 237-5870
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Grief
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Image
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- LGBTQ+
- Marital and Premarital
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Self Esteem
- Sex Therapy
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
Melissa T. Dees
Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (615) 237-5870
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- EMDR
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Jungian
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Relational
- Somatic
- Transpersonal
- Trauma Focused
Melissa T. Dees
Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (615) 237-5870
Location
Primary Location
Melissa T. Dees
515 East Bell Street
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
(615) 237-5870Email me