Melissa Farin

Hello and welcome. Taking this step relies on a certain amount of courage. This moment is an opportunity to give yourself credit for moving towards improving your wellbeing. Change is difficult. As humans, we naturally resist change even when the change is desired. Often, the point in which we seek help is when the discomfort of continuing in a certain way outweighs the fear of change. I offer a safe, judgment-free space for discovery, growth, and healing, focused on your needs, and tailored to your preferences. Since 2005, I have had the privilege of supporting adults who seek to better manage life transitions or stressors, improve their understanding of and relationship with themselves, or address mental health or substance use. My areas of specialty are in identifying and treating mood disorders including depression, anxiety, interpersonal patterns, and alcohol and substance use. In our shared time you can expect to connect your past with your present, identify what you want to do differently, the steps to get you where you want to be, and support through the change process. Therapy is not intended to be indefinite, so I help you keep a focus on progress towards your goal(s). I welcome feedback so I can best meet your needs and comfort level. If other services are needed or this is not a good fit, I will offer services while assisting you in finding you care that meets your needs and preferences. My services are available via video-based telehealth for Oregon residents who are physically present in Oregon during telehealth services.