I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker Therapist in the state of Ohio. I work with adults who are seeking help when feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just “off” in life and they know something is wrong but can’t quite figure out what it is.
Often, along with the general feeling of “off” come complaints such as: depression, anxiety, anger, relationship problems, self-esteem concerns, substance abuse and questions of purpose.
I aim to help you identify where, and how, the sense of “off” you feel may have started by exploring your past experiences and the impact they had on you. We look at your childhood history to find difficulties or trauma that wounded you and may still be affecting your life today. We then take action to heal the wounds with techniques and exercises to help you gain a true self-awareness and self-trust that will lead to the “realness” and authenticity in your life that is currently missing.
Through compassion, empathy, and respect for your unique journey, I offer you a safe and supportive space to explore your matters. My approach is patient, observant, inquiring, logical, gentle, non-directive, collaborative and always non-judgmental. We form a partnership that has the goal of uncovering the answers you are seeking so you arrive at genuine peace of mind.
It’s a path to heal your wounds, mend your spirit and nurture the strength to build your life into one that energizes you, fulfills you and authentically expresses the best of who you are.
I look forward to meeting you.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Self-harm, Self-love, Somatization, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
OH LISW I.0009708-SUPV
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Melissa has been a lifesaver literally. She is so attentive and never makes you feel judged or wrong for your choices or circumstances. She is eager to help and always there.
Written on Jan 29, 2026 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
In a few short sessions, Melissa was able to help me get right to the root of my struggles, and offered multiple resources for both self-help and ongoing therapy work. Thank you, Melissa!
Written on Jan 18, 2026 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Melissa is definitely awesome.
Written on Jan 13, 2026 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
Melissa is wonderful, good listener and know to ask the right questions
Written on Dec 30, 2025 after therapy with Melissa for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Compassionate, thoughtful, engaging, pro-active. Great listener and advisor!
Written on Nov 03, 2025 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and coaching
New to therapy and Melissa has made this decision smooth and supportive.
Written on Oct 28, 2025 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue