PMHNP, 6 years of experience
Hello, I’m Melinda Bates. Are you struggling with your mental health? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar episodes, OCD, or maybe don’t know what you are feeling? I do not treat ADHD due to the type of medications that are used for treatment. I work with patients to find the most effective treatments to improve their mental health and be their best self. I provide medication management to decrease the symptoms of mental illness that affect quality of life. While I do provide therapy myself, I can work with your therapist to provide a collaborative approach to your care. You and I will work as a team to find the best treatment for you. I will provide evidence-based treatment options and education on the options so you can make an informed decision about your care. I look forward to working with you!
I want to take this time to get to know you, your history and what you are wanting to get out of treatment so that we can work together to find the right medication options to help achieve your goals.
I provide medication treatment and monitoring. Laboratory testing will be ordered as needed for medication monitoring or assessment and Genesight testing can be done at the patient’s request.
I have been working with adolescent and adult patients for 4 years in an outpatient setting. My biggest strengths are patients with depression, anxiety, Bipolar, OCD, and PTSD.
Patients who are open to medications to help improve their mental health.
10 ratings with written reviews
June 12, 2025
I had my first session and she made me feel so comfortable. She was so kind and understanding.
June 4, 2025
Melinda was so kind and listened to me and offered suggestions to help me. I appreciated that she recognized that grief counseling was needed and would play a part of treatment including other methods. She related to me, didn’t ostracize or judge, and very grateful for her support.
May 2, 2025
She does listen and cares about her clients
Melinda Bates offers therapy covered by Buckeye Health Plan, Buckeye Health Plan (Managed Medicaid) and Medicaid - Buckeye Health Plan in Ohio.