Hello, I am Dr. Melissa E. Garrett-Moultrie. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas and Pennsylvania with over 21 years of experience working as a Psychotherapist and Behavioral Specialist Consultant. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, Bipolar, relationship issues, parenting issues, grief and loss, gender identity, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced sexual and physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm, direct, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I do not believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, existential, and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I am retired military, and I have interacted with people from a mixture of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. That is something I consider in therapy with others as this is very important as we look at beliefs, values, and behavior. It takes courage to pursue for a more fulfilling and happier life. I am proud of you for taking the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support, to encourage, and to empower you on that journey. You can also schedule a video session with me using the Scheduler. The days/times you see are when I am available for a session, so feel free to select any slot there that works for you. I look forward to working with you!
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
The goal of counseling is to learn how to manage those feelings which may be very intense, such as anger, shock, depression, and anxiety. I ask clients to agree to certain guidelines which may help them begin to feel some relief and hope. During the next phase, we will begin to develop a trustworthy working relationship and focus on your treatment plan goals. I am here to support, to encourage, and to empower you on that journey. Whether you are dealing with being overwhelmed, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression, I am here to help. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I will meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the obstacles and habits that are holding you back.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, existential, and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I have used the following therapy methods in my practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My biggest strengths are my ability to connect with individuals from different backgrounds, and I am easy to communicate with. I love working with clients that have relationship issues, bipolar disorder, family conflict, anxiety, trauma, and grief and loss. I have worked with clients in the past who have experienced: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self-esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coaching, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment Issues, Avoidant Personality, BDSM, Kink, Alternative Sex Culture, Blended Family Issues, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Family of Origin Issues, Fatherhood Issues, Infidelity, Military and Veterans Issues, Polyamory / Non monogamous Relationships, Social Anxiety, and Phobia
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I would like to work with clients between ages 13 and 64.