Licensed to practice in Texas and accepts 44 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 9 more.
Hi! I'm a License Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas. I acknowledge that individuals may experience discomfort or challenges in life. Whether your challenges are perceived as "large" or "small", I believe that everyone has the capacity to change and grow. I find immense satisfaction in being a part of that journey, witnessing the transformation as they step into their full potential.
We'll focus on getting to know each other and understanding your specific needs so we can work together to develop a plan that best supports you moving forward. I will work on building a strong therapist-client relationship on a foundation of trust, respect, and empathy where you will feel heard and supported.
My greatest strength as a provider lies in my dedication to empowering clients to actively participate in their healing journey, by identifying the tools and strategies that best supports their individual needs, ultimately enabling them to achieve greater well-being.
I am passionate about using my counseling skills to provide a supportive and empathetic space for individuals facing difficult challenges, empowering them to navigate difficulties and achieve greater well-being through active listening and collaborative solutions.
Other specialties
Cash - $100 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use a variety of CBT techniques that help patients change their negative thoughts and behaviors to help improve their lives. Some of the techniques I use in practice are Cognitive reconstructing, Problem-solving, Mindfulness, Journaling, Progressive muscle relaxation, Role playing, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Goal setting, Reframing, Skills training and more!
Trauma Informed Care
Helping clients recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma and their paths to recovery. Encouraging them to get involved in their own care by building on their strengths and resilience.
Grief Therapy
Help clients process their grief by utilizing techniques such as talking about their loss, expressing their feelings, identifying unhealthy behaviors, and developing positive coping skills to eventually get the clients to accept that grief is a normal process.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
A talk therapy that teaches clients to be more aware of themselves and their environment by utilizing practices such as meditation, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques.
9 ratings with written reviews
August 14, 2025
I feel very comfortable with Melissa, she’s very kind and she makes me very comfortable to talk to, and I can truly say she has really helped me.
August 5, 2025
Expertise in her field, warm & welcoming, easy to open up to
June 6, 2025
She was a very kind and understanding person. She knew when to listen and when to add her own input on what was said. She made the environment feel comfortable and easy to open up in.