Melissa Billings
Melissa Billings
(she/her)
Congratulations on taking this important step toward prioritizing your mental well-being! My name is Melissa Billings, and I am fully and independently licensed as a Clinical Social Worker in Florida, Minnesota, Utah, Washington State, and Wisconsin. I am here to support you using evidence-based approaches, including Person-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, among others. I provide a safe, affirming space where everyone is welcome, including individuals of all ethnicities, biological sexes, sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In all of our sessions, you’ll find a nonjudgmental atmosphere of trust and respect, where your voice is heard. I am committed to walking alongside you, offering unwavering support and guidance every step of the way. Remember, you are not alone on this journey. I look forward to the privilege of accompanying you on this path toward hope and healing.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. The therapeutic process is a collaborative effort between client and therapist. With empathy and understanding, we’ll work together to build resilience, nurture self-compassion, and empower you to thrive. I look forward to walking with you on this path toward healing, self-acceptance, and fulfillment.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I have helped clients ages 13-60, both individuals and couples, with anxiety, self-esteem, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or personal growth. Our work together will be a collaborative journey. We’ll explore your emotions and thoughts to address what’s holding you back and guide you toward a more fulfilling life. All you need to bring to sessions is a desire and willingness for change.
About Melissa Billings
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to CBT help clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to emotional distress or behavioral issues. I work collaboratively with clients to replace these thoughts with more balanced, realistic ones and to develop practical coping strategies.
Strength-Based
I use this approach focuses on identifying and amplifying your inherent strengths, skills, and resources rather than focusing solely on problems or deficits. I help clients recognize their past successes, resilience, and values, and use those as a foundation for setting goals and overcoming current challenges to promote empowerment, confidence, and a more hopeful outlook.
Compassion Focused
I use Compassion Focused therapy to help clients who struggle with shame, self-criticism, or trauma develop a more kind and accepting inner voice. CFT integrates elements of CBT and mindfulness to build emotional regulation and self-soothing skills. My job is guide clients in practicing compassion for themselves and others to reduce inner conflict and distress.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I utilize Person-centered therapy to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel deeply heard and accepted. I do this using empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness, allowing the client to explore their emotions and experiences freely. Person-centered therapy believes that change is facilitated through the therapeutic relationship, with the belief that clients have the internal resources to grow and heal.
Motivational Interviewing
I use Motivational Interviewing techniques such as open-ended questions, reflective listening, and affirmations to help clients clarify their values and explore their own motivations. The approach is non-confrontational and empowers clients to take ownership of their change process by highlighting their strengths and capacity for choice.