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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
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Melissa Watley

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC

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616 Yale Pl., Canon City, CO 81212
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Available both in-person and online
616 Yale Pl. Canon City, CO 81212
Let's Connect (719) 257-7099
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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 Melissa Watley now - (719) 257-7099

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Fresh Start Counseling LLC

616 Yale Pl.

Canon City, CO 81212 map

(719) 257-7099
My website
I offer therapy sessions in-person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays!
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Marital and Premarital and Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (719) 257-7099
Photo of Melissa Watley, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Fresh Start Counseling LLC

616 Yale Pl.

Canon City, CO 81212 map

(719) 257-7099
My website
I offer therapy sessions in-person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays!
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Marital and Premarital and Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $140

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • 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
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I am in-network with a variety of different insurance companies and also take private pay clients. Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable!
Photo of Melissa Watley, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
or call with questions - (719) 257-7099
"
I am in-network with a variety of different insurance companies and also take private pay clients. Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable!
Photo of Melissa Watley, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
or call with questions - (719) 257-7099

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Colorado / 0011325 Melissa Watley
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 17 years
  • Attended Adams State University, Masters in Counseling, Graduated 2009
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Licensed Addiction Counselor ACD.0001108 / 2018
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I have over 18 years of experience helping adults, youth, couples and families. I hold a license in both mental health and addiction counseling in the state of Colorado. I also have specialized training in EMDR, Gottman Method, maternal wellness/parinatal mood disorders, ADHD, and autism spectrum.
Photo of Melissa Watley, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
or call with questions - (719) 257-7099
"
I have over 18 years of experience helping adults, youth, couples and families. I hold a license in both mental health and addiction counseling in the state of Colorado. I also have specialized training in EMDR, Gottman Method, maternal wellness/parinatal mood disorders, ADHD, and autism spectrum.
Photo of Melissa Watley, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
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
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Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (719) 257-7099
Photo of Melissa Watley, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Do these issues align with your needs? 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
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I often use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and EMDR with individuals. For couples counseling, I use Gottman Method. The first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and decide the most appropriate ways to help you.
Photo of Melissa Watley, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
or call with questions - (719) 257-7099
"
I often use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and EMDR with individuals. For couples counseling, I use Gottman Method. The first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and decide the most appropriate ways to help you.
Photo of Melissa Watley, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
or call with questions - (719) 257-7099

Location

Primary Location

Fresh Start Counseling LLC

616 Yale Pl.

Canon City, CO 81212

(719) 257-7099
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays!
Photo of Melissa Watley, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (719) 257-7099
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays!
Photo of Melissa Watley, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Melissa Watley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (719) 257-7099