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About Dr.Melissa
Hello. It takes courage to reach out for help and guidance. I would be honored to support you in your journey to wellness and confidence. My experience and education are diverse, ranging from counseling in public school settings to being a part of a multi-disciplinary public health wellness structure. I can look at a situation from an environmental, relational, and social determinant point-of-view. Modalities I use are cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, strength-based, and motivational interviewing techniques. My areas of expertise include ADHD, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, life transitions, career counseling, relationships, depression, athlete performance stress, and more. I primarily provide telehealth visits throughout Oregon. I bill commercial insurance and accept private pay clients. I look forward to meeting you and taking the first step together.
Clinical Supervisor: Jennifer Sowers (Oregon / C5033)
Specialties
Who I work with
Ages
- Adults (18-64)
- College Students
- Students
- Teens (14-17)
- Pre-teens (10–13)
- Young Adults (18–25)
- Adults
- Adults 18-65
- Adults 18+
- Adults and Elders
- All Ages
- College-Aged Individuals
- couples
- Children
- Adolescents
- Teens
- Young Adults 12+
- Adolescents (13–17)
- Adults (26–64)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Children (under 12)
Treatment approaches
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