I am open to new clients at this time.
Hi! My name is Melanie, I am a licensed social worker and certified sex crisis counselor.
Before starting at Best Therapies, I was an advocate at a sex crisis center and worked with survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones. My experience in trauma work has given me valuable insight into the ways that experience can affect our sense of safety and stability in the world, then causing us to develop coping mechanisms that might not align with our values. This trajectory can lead us into patterns of behavior that we don’t understand, which then drives cycles of shame, guilt, confusion, anger, etc. If this sounds familiar, the idea of change might seem intimidating, but I fully trust that with the right tools and motivation everyone can heal, change patterns, and exist in harmony with their emotions.
I am passionate about exploration into the mind and body. I blend therapeutic techniques developed from both western and eastern ideology, including mindfulness, somatic therapy, IFS, and DBT. The modalities I use in session depend on the client(s), and their needs/preferences, but my approach is always overtly body positive, sex and kink positive, anti-oppression and gender affirming.
Therapy should be built on a foundation of trust, safety, and authenticity. My goal with all of my clients is to foster a genuine connection where the space can be both serious and fun. It’s all about balance!
Hi! My name is Melanie, I am a licensed social worker and certified sex crisis counselor.
Before starting at Best Therapies, I was an advocate at a sex crisis center and worked with survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones. My experience in trauma work has given me valuable insight into the ways that experience can affect our sense of safety and stability in the world, then causing us to develop coping mechanisms that might not align with our values. This trajectory can lead us into patterns of behavior that we don’t understand, which then drives cycles of shame, guilt, confusion, anger, etc. If this sounds familiar, the idea of change might seem intimidating, but I fully trust that with the right tools and motivation everyone can heal, change patterns, and exist in harmony with their emotions.
I am passionate about exploration into the mind and body. I blend therapeutic techniques developed from both western and eastern ideology, including mindfulness, somatic therapy, IFS, and DBT. The modalities I use in session depend on the client(s), and their needs/preferences, but my approach is always overtly body positive, sex and kink positive, anti-oppression and gender affirming.
Therapy should be built on a foundation of trust, safety, and authenticity. My goal with all of my clients is to foster a genuine connection where the space can be both serious and fun. It’s all about balance!
Individuals 14+, Couples
I am in-network with BCBS (PPO, Blue Choice PPO, Blue Choice Options, and Anthem PPO) and Aetna (PPO, POS, and Choice). For out-of-network insurance, I can provide you with superbills to get reimbursed by your insurance company. I can take self-pay and/or sliding scale clients.
