I specialize in treating anxiety and stress in ‘normal’ people like yourself. My clients appear stable and successful, but quickly express they’re struggling - overwhelmed with frustration - even sadness. They tell me life seems persistently harder than a while ago, stuck in seemingly inescapable patterns with difficult problems. Then, more issues: job dissatisfaction, marital communication (even divorce) or parental challenges – a ‘Polycrisis’. Clients want to be heard and validated; I’ll listen. We’ll work together in a positive direction to restore order, enjoyment in life and self-confidence with a strong sense of satisfaction.
My practical approaches focus on designing and implementing paths forward for specific definable problems, as well as your generalized angst. We’ll not just manage symptoms – we’ll also break old patterns you've operated on (perhaps for years) because of past trauma or other experiences; we'll build new ways of thinking, behaving and responding.
I engage carefully to what is happening and we will cooperate on a response. My non-judgmental approach balances the need to validate your experiences with the urgency to address and resolve your challenges. I will help you create the fulfilment you envision.
Additional areas of focus: Coping with addictions, Abandonment, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Men's issues, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
MD LCSW-C 16373
FL LCSW SW18190
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Melvyn is practical and solution oriented. Excellent therapist for those who want to receive helpful strategies for dealing with issues and learning how apply them in real life.
Written on Sep 22, 2026 after therapy with Melvyn for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Very respectful and genuine. We are just starting out but I look forward to growing personally through our sessions.
Written on Sep 14, 2026 after therapy with Melvyn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
I appreciate Melvyn's no nonsense approach for my specific needs.
Written on Sep 09, 2026 after therapy with Melvyn for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
very knowledgeable and gives praise, while also encouraging me to focus on self improvement.
Written on Sep 05, 2026 after therapy with Melvyn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, anger management, and bipolar disorder
I have a hard time connecting with therapist, they often feel fake, like they are putting on a therapist voice and are saying things they have read straight from a text book. I don’t feel like this at all with Melvin, he is very genuine, goal oriented and doesn’t sugar coat things. He is just what I was looking for.
Written on Aug 29, 2026 after therapy with Melvyn for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I would recommend Melvyn as a great therapist.
Written on Aug 27, 2026 after therapy with Melvyn for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes