Hi, I’m Melissa.

I am a licensed professional counselor, offering counseling in Allen, Texas. I believe in addressing the whole person - mind, body, and spirit. My goal is to help you discover what is lacking in your life, what is good, what needs changing, and empower you to do what is best for you. I am very approachable and open-minded. I look at the big picture and work with clients from a holistic perspective. I am comfortable with respectfully challenging clients and I am collaborative with clients in finding solutions that work for them.

The Process

FREE CONSULTATION

I want you to be sure that I am the right match for you and your needs. To make this easy for you, you can schedule a free 10-15 minute consultation from the “Book Consultation” button on my Alma profile here, so that you can ask questions and get to know me before you schedule future sessions.

SETTING UP SESSIONS

After our initial consultation, and if you want to move forward with my services, we’ll discuss your future scheduled sessions. This will depend on your preference, the level of care you need, and what your insurance will cover if you are using insurance for your sessions.

  • Located in Allen, Texas

  • Counseling Since 2018

  • Master of Arts in Psychology

Paranormal Experiences

I have had a wide variety of experiences in childhood and throughout my life that fall well outside of what is “normal”. This set me on a path of exploration and curiosity about the nature of reality and my own belief system. Sometimes these experiences can cause anxiety and confusion. I can help you process, explore and make sense of your own unique experiences.

Spirituality

Whether you are questioning your religious beliefs, exploring your spirituality or you’re an atheist searching to find meaning - let me help you discover a path that resonates with you!

Specialties

Grief & Letting Go

Losing someone is difficult, whether it’s through death, a divorce, or someone who meant something and is simply no longer in your life. I can help you gain the coping skills to grieve appropriately and learn how to let go so you can move forward and live your best life.

Relationship Issues

If you are struggling with a spouse, partner, family member or friend; I can help you find solutions and create a healthier dynamic.

LBGTQ+

As a gay woman who came out in my early teens; I empathize and understand the unique challenges you may be facing. Whether you are confused about your sexuality, your gender identity or you just need a safe place to “be you”, I am happy to help you with that process.

Anxiety & Depression

Life can be overwhelming sometimes, to the point that you feel like nothing will change. Everyone has the ability to heal, sometimes they just need help tapping into their innate strengths My goal is to help you discover what is lacking in your life, what is good, what needs changing, and empower you to do what is best for you. You deserve to be happy!

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Client Testimonials

"I love working with Melissa and would highly recommend her to anyone! She’s extremely patient, understanding and very easy to talk to. I always look forward to my visits with her."

  • KB

"Melissa was great, I loved how conversational our sessions could be and feel like she was always open, never “judgey."

  • EB

Get in Touch

If you are looking for a counselor, you can reach out to book a 10-15 consultation. I look forward to hearing from you!

FAQ

  • Yes! Insurance is accepted. We accept the following insurance:

    • Aetna

    • Anthem Blue Cross & BlueShield

    • Cigna and Evernorth

    • Carelon

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

  • Payment will depend on what your insurance covers, your copay, and the frequency of your visits. It’s a good idea to reach out to your insurance provider to be sure of coverage. Some insurance companies use a secondary insurance for mental health. Some people prefer to pay out of pocket, and my private pay rate is $150 per 55 minute session.

  • Late cancel fee is $150. Canceling appointments with a full 24 hour notice is greatly appreciated. This allows someone else to potentially take that appointment time.

  • My office is located in Allen, TX, and I can offer counseling services to any Texas residents in Allen or surrounding cities, such as McKinney, Plano, Frisco, etc.

  • All client communication, including initial inquiries go through Alma’s secure portal. This is done for your protection. Your data is crucial to protect, and that is why we only use Alma’s secure platform for communication. The initial consultation is also important for you to be sure that I am a good fit for your needs. :)