Specialities:

LGBTQ+ community, Perinatal, Fertility Concerns, Transitions, Identity Exploration & Development, Mindfulness, Anxiety, Depression

Hi there! My name is Melissa and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and am Perinatal Mental Health Certified . I am excited to join Ebb & Flow Counseling and continue to provide clinical services to members of our wonderful community!

With over 10 years of counseling experience, I have found that the most significant and impactful skill in therapy is the ability to be authentically engaged in the counseling relationship. I strive to bring this authenticity to both my personal and professional life on a daily basis. I am acutely aware of the courage it can take for an individual to come to therapy; so with that, I attempt to provide a consistently safe, supportive and encouraging environment. I have extensive experience working with adolescents as they cope with the challenges of exploring their identities, while managing pressures from family, school and peers. I have special interests in working with the LGBTQ community, working with young adults and individuals striving to manage anxiety, depression and transitions in their lives. I utilize skills and tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I provide individuals with an understanding of the connection between body, mind and soul and work to create healthy balance in their lives.

In my personal life, most of my time is spent living life through the eyes of my adventurous and incredibly audacious young daughter. I love everything local and enjoy exploring Cleveland restaurants and events throughout the city.

I look forward to working with you! To schedule online, please use the link below. If you’re having trouble finding appointment times, please give us a call at (216)543-5232 or email at hello@ebbandflowcounseling.com .