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Melissa Racklin

Melissa Racklin

LCSW
22 years of experience
Virtual

My name is Melissa Racklin and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have over 20 years of experience with individuals who have mental health challenges. Through counseling, I help individuals to work through symptoms that are holding them back and live a better and more fulfilling life. As a seasoned clinician, I have lots of experience working with a wide range of diagnostic conditions.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

During your first session, we will together complete an intake assessment, which will allow me to get to know you better and understand how to inform your treatment. We will also review parameters of treatment and guidelines.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

As your therapist, I am genuine and authentic and offer a warm, empathic approach. I use active listening skills and foster a trusting and safe therapeutic environment. I am intuitive and skilled in various modalities to treatment and will use these to guide your sessions.

About Melissa Racklin

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My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Our thought patterns have a big impact on how we feel. When our negative thoughts lead the way, this leads to increased anxiety and depression. However, I can help you to turn your negative thoughts into positive thoughts, thereby helping you to have fewer symptoms of anxiety and depression and a greater sense of well-being.

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

In my clinical practice, I use DBT approach to help clients with depression, anxiety, and other difficulties with emotional regulation. DBT techniques, such as mindfulness, help clients to stay tuned into the present moment and to stay centered.

Psychodynamic

Unresolved trauma can keep clients trapped in the past. In my practice, I utilize a psychodynamic approach and help clients work through past traumas and heal.