I am licensed in Oklahoma and South Dakota with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Sexual assault and abuse, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
SD LPC 20529
OK LPC LPC03361
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Melodie Heupel-Carney. 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.
Melodie has been an invaluable support and guide during these past few months. Through our sessions, she has helped me to better organize my thoughts, feelings, and ideas in a constructive way. I am truly grateful for her approach and dedication to helping me work through all aspects of my life, both at home & in the office. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space where I feel comfortable opening up and doing the necessary self-reflection and work. Her expertise, empathy, & encouragement have made a significant positive impact. I would highly recommend this therapist to anyone seeking support and guidance. I feel fortunate to have found such an amazing therapist.
Written on Mar 18, 2026 after therapy with Melodie for 7 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
Melodie has been great listening to me and helping me realize things about myself that I might have been too afraid to admit. I appreciate that she remembers things about me and I feel comfortable talking to her about positives and negatives.
Written on Mar 06, 2026 after therapy with Melodie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and family conflicts
It helped me let go of so much anger
Written on Feb 09, 2026 after therapy with Melodie for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder
i really appreciate being able to say my thoughts and work them in a constructive and comfortable environment
Written on Jan 28, 2026 after therapy with Melodie for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
Although I haven't worked with Melody long, I was very impressed by her listening skills and ability to focus upon the most relevant information.
She is very kind and perceptive. I would definitely recommend her.
Written on Jan 28, 2026 after therapy with Melodie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Melodie was fantastic to work with. I highly recommend her expertise for anyone dealing with sudden health issues, anxiety, or general wellness and best practices.
Written on Oct 26, 2025 after therapy with Melodie for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes