Melinda Clinton, LCSW
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Coping with life changes
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About me
I became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker after I retired from the Army due to medical issues. I have a unique perspective into what happens during a combat deployment and the long-term impact it has on the military member and their family. I began my career by focusing on the issues that relate to military/veteran families and have found that they are very similar to issues found in society as a whole. The causes of the issues differ but the results are similar.
When working with clients I strive to make the therapy experience genuine, positive, respectful, and safe. I firmly believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in doing great things and overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I am excited to meet you and work together to identify your goals and make plans to achieve them!
Professional experience
3yrs in practice
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment Issues, Chronic Pain Illness and Disability, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Domestic Violence, Family of Origin Issues, Guilt and Shame, Isolation/Loneliness, Life Purpose, Military and Veterans Issues, Post-traumatic Stress, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Women's Issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
License information
OK LCSW 7224
LA LCSW 17134
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Melinda Clinton. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I highly recommend this therapist for anyone struggling through life's difficult issues, particularly if they are work or career related. She can relate to my current circumstances, listens well, and has helped me navigate through some difficult times. Her approach is grounded in real-world experience.
Written on May 16, 2023 after therapy with Melinda for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
I really feel comfortable with Melinda.
She is a great listener.
Written on Mar 30, 2023 after therapy with Melinda for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Melissa is very professional and attentive.
Written on Mar 28, 2023 after therapy with Melinda for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
Melinda is awesome!
Written on Feb 27, 2023 after therapy with Melinda for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Melinda is very personable and really understands me and my needs. She is very kind, helpful and insightful. I would recommend her to anyone. I am so glad I was matched with her.
Written on Feb 14, 2023 after therapy with Melinda for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and adhd
Melinda is great! Sessions with her feel like coffee with an honest friend.
Written on Jan 13, 2023 after therapy with Melinda for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd