Life isn’t easy—especially when you’ve always been the strong one everyone else depends on. From the outside, you may look like you’re holding it all together, but inside you feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, or disconnected from yourself. If you’ve spent so much time taking care of everyone else that you’ve forgotten what it feels like to care for yourself, you’re not alone. I’m Melanie, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker serving clients in Texas, Mississippi, and Florida. I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and women navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. My passion is helping people move beyond survival mode, quiet overthinking, regulate intense emotions, heal from past experiences, and rebuild trust in themselves. My approach is warm, compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I integrate evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and EMDR to help you better understand yourself while creating meaningful, lasting change. I believe therapy isn’t about becoming someone new—it’s about reconnecting with the version of yourself that existed before anxiety, self-doubt, or past experiences convinced you otherwise. Together, we’ll create a space where you can feel seen, supported, challenged, and empowered as you build healthier patterns, stronger relationships, and a life that feels more authentic. You don’t have to carry everything by yourself anymore.

Hello, my name is Vanessa, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in Florida, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Carolina. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and I provide counseling in both languages to best support my clients’ needs. My professional background in mental health began during my undergraduate and graduate studies, where I gained experience working with children through the Department of Children & Families, with older adults in skilled nursing facilities, and with adolescents in group homes. Over the years, I have expanded my work to include diverse populations and settings. I served as a Nurse Navigator at one of the largest cancer hospitals in South Florida, providing counseling and advocacy for oncology patients and their families. I have also worked with adults in inpatient rehabilitation for substance use treatment, facilitated care for court-ordered clients, and supported outpatient clients within the LGBTQ+ community. I draw from multiple evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and individualized treatment planning. My focus is to meet clients where they are, help them return to a baseline where they feel comfortable and capable, and empower them to navigate life’s challenges. I consider myself open-minded, compassionate, and deeply empathetic. My mantra is simple: I am here for you. My role is to walk alongside you, provide tools and support, and help you manage both daily stressors and long-standing challenges. Life can feel like a roller coaster—full of unexpected changes, emotions, and pressures—but with the right support, it’s possible to find balance, peace, and overall well-being.

Hello! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida and the proud owner of On Point Counseling LLC. I am also licensed in Indiana, Virginia, and Massachusetts. I received my Masters degree from Florida International University and have been practicing for over 8 years. I have experience working children, adolescents, and adults. My goal in therapy is to help my clients to improve the quality of their lives.