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My name is Melissa and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide individual, family, couples and group therapy. I help my clients find constructive ways of addressing anxiety, depression, loss, family and relationship issues. By doing so I've learned many lessons along the way... one of these lessons is that we all seek compassion and understanding; a basic need in order to move forward under almost any circumstance. Some of my specialties include: Relationship Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management. Some of the issues I address in therapy include: Child or Adolescent Issues, Chronic Illness, Coping Skill, Divorce/Separation, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Drug Abuse, Eating Disorders, Family Conflict, Parenting, Peer Relationships, Self Esteem, Self-Harming, Sexual Abuse, Substance Abuse, and much more. I have worked in a variety of therapeutic settings, some of which include outpatient, residential, and group homes. I am committed to my clients and bringing families together to resolve conflicts that may have been preventing them from moving forward.
I like my first session to be aimed at getting to know one another. I am interested in learning more about the client(s) and what has ultimately led us in the same room together. I also encourage clients to ask questions about my education and knowledge in the field, and discuss what treatments I ultilize that may assist them through their journey.
The one thing I have learned after being in this field for some time is that not only are my patients learning something new- I am as well! Everyone is so different and there is definitely not a 'one size fits all' when it comes to therapy. That is what I find so rewarding (and challenging!)- every patient is a blank slate, and we will work together to find a treatment that works best for them.
I work well with clients that are open to understanding more about themselves and open to trying various techniques until one if found that fits. I am also open to hearing what is working and what is not working- understanding everyone has different preferences and needs.
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Cash - $125 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)
Husky Health
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Medicaid
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 - Medicare
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of talk psychotherapy. Many times, individuals fall into thought patterns/beliefs that are not always accurate or productive in their everyday lives. I work with clients to identify these thought patterns and devise a plan with the client on how to shift their way of thinking.
Couples Counseling
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that has undergone a great deal of training with not only individual work, but also an emphasis on couples and families. I work with couples and families to identify the patterns that they have found themselves in that are no longer beneficial. Once the patterns are identified, we focus on ways in which these patterns can be altered for a more beneficial relationship for all involved.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a great way to focus on emotions that can sometimes feel overwhelming and uncontrollable. I work with patients to assist them in finding alternative ways to cope.
Family Therapy
Family Therapy is a modality in which I am licensed in. Family work is very beneficial for everyone. Instead of focusing on one independent party in the relationship (ie. Individual work)- therapy is focused on individuals in the family and how they interact with one another. When conducting a family session, I often encourage as many individuals in the family unit to participate.
11 ratings with written reviews
April 30, 2026
Open minded very solution oriented very understanding ready to find ways to help.
March 27, 2026
Though this be the first session I've ever had period, I can anticipate a lot of personal growth being seeded. The aspect of being heard is worth its weight in gold! I'm looking forward to our next session.
March 16, 2026
Always willing to listen and figure out way to solve any thinking you have. Very comforting and figures out alternatives for your thinking and your mindset. Feels like a friend that you can talk to about anything and everything. Helped me a lot with my anxiety and figuring out triggers!