- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- Trauma and depression
About Melissa
Melissa Lewis is a licensed clinical social worker with five years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and depression. She speaks plain language and aims to make the first steps into therapy feel doable and respectful. Melissa tells people she will listen and meet them where they are.
Her work emphasizes respectful, sensitive conversation tailored to each person's needs. She creates treatment plans based on what a person reports and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. Sessions focus on practical skills, clearer communication, and strategies to reduce overwhelming feelings.
Melissa has supported people dealing with a wide range of difficulties, including abandonment fears, codependency, commitment and control issues, communication problems, dissociation, and challenges linked to divorce and domestic violence. She also works with those facing drug and alcohol addiction and co-occurring conditions, and with people coping with natural or human-caused disaster-related stress.
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in Georgia. Her style is straightforward and compassionate, and she encourages clients to speak up about what is and is not helping. Melissa aims to make sessions a place for practical problem solving as well as emotional processing.
If you are taking the first step, Melissa asks that you be honest about your goals so she can tailor sessions to your situation. She helps people break big problems into manageable steps and revisit goals as needed for steady progress.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Melissa describes her practice as using evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical steps. One common approach is skill-building work that teaches concrete tools for managing anxiety and stress, such as breathing strategies, activity planning, and breaking problems into smaller tasks. Another approach emphasizes processing traumatic experiences through careful, paced conversation that helps reduce overwhelm and make daily life more manageable.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences, try methods that fit those needs, and adjust the plan if something isn’t working. That collaboration helps people feel more in control of their progress.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing appointments during a lunch break or between errands. If you are interested in virtual care, confirm the available session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work often focuses on the same skills and conversations as in-person therapy and can support people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, relationship challenges, trauma, and disaster-related reactions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Connecticut, Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Melissa commonly address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and depression, plus related issues like codependency, communication problems, and coping after disasters.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is respectful and straightforward, focusing on tailored dialogue, practical skills, and plans that match each person’s goals.
How much professional experience does she have?
Melissa has five years of professional social work experience supporting people with a range of mental health and addiction concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Georgia, with a Connecticut license noted in her background.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients schedule with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.