Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (719) 257-7099

As a licensed Mental Health and Addiction Counselor, I'm deeply committed to helping you break down the barriers that trouble you, and live a brighter and more fulfilling life. My ideal client is open and honest. I want you to feel that you are getting the most out of your sessions!
Since 2006, I’ve helped individuals face life’s challenges by helping them understand their own emotional patterns and direct them towards making the right choices. My approach is to meet you where you’re at and work with you to accomplish your goals. I use an integrative approach based on my client’s needs.
Whatever your reason for seeking out psychotherapy, I’m dedicated to helping you find your way to better mental health. I want to provide a judgment free environment where you can openly talk about and work though difficult things. Book your first appointment to get started on your journey towards the life you deserve!
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Melissa Watley now - (719) 257-7099
Let's Connect (719) 257-7099

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
- Couple Sessions $140
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- CHP
- Cigna and Evernorth
- ClaimDOC
- Colorado Access
- Common Spirit EAP
- Corporate Counseling Associate
- Decent Health
- Denver Health Medical Plan
- FAIROS powered by OccuNet
- Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
- Lucent Health - Gov. Plans
- Medicaid
- Medical Mutual
- Monument Health Plan
- Optum
- Oxford
- Partners Direct
- Prime Health
- Rocky Mountain Health Plans
- SelectHealth
- Simplified Benefits Admin.
- TriWest
- United All Savors
- United GEHA
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- United Preferred Workers Comp
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Velocity National Provider
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Email me or call with questions - (719) 257-7099
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Colorado / 0011325 Melissa Watley
- In Practice for 17 years
- Attended Adams State University, Masters in Counseling, Graduated 2009
- License: Licensed Addiction Counselor ACD.0001108 / 2018
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Email me or call with questions - (719) 257-7099
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Marital and Premarital
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Codependency
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (719) 257-7099
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Gottman Method
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Email me or call with questions - (719) 257-7099
Location
Primary Location
Fresh Start Counseling LLC
616 Yale Pl.
Canon City, CO 81212
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Nearby Areas
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (719) 257-7099