Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with seven years of experience providing therapy to a diverse group of people.
I strive to provide a warm and supportive space for you to learn and grow. I value the uniqueness of those I work with, taking from a variety of therapy approaches that can be tailored to fit your needs. I also have training and experience in offering trauma informed care, as well as using both art therapy and mindfulness teachings. My focus is working with adults who are struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and depression. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Blended Family Issues, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Dependent Personality, Dissociation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family Problems, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Smoking/Vaping Cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
NY LCSW 093766
PA LCSW CW023062
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Melissa Lovell. 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.
Really great with focusing on what is the main concerns and building a plan with what to work on next time
Written on Apr 28, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Great listener. Champions her clients
Written on Feb 12, 2024 after therapy with Melissa for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Great listener and warm to connect with
Written on Oct 31, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning bipolar disorder
Melissa has been a great help, listening in real time and giving resources for my downtime. Thank you, Melissa!
Written on Oct 26, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I've had one session so it's hard to give an accurate review
Written on Aug 05, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
She is a great listener and never makes you feel judged. I found the worksheets and tips she sent to be very useful.
Written on Mar 17, 2023 after therapy with Melissa for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management