Melissa is amazing. She has helped me grow into a person that I am proud of. She is a great listener, free of judgement, and always supports me. I feel with Melissa's help I now have the tools to be introspective, self aware, and happier overall.
Melissa McLaurin, LPCC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Melissa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Melissa. View 12 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Minnesota
Recent reviews
Melissa has helped me through so much. She is a great listener and helps me see situations from a more productive perspective, without judgement or telling me what I should do. She guides me to work through my issues in a way I couldn't without her support. I highly recommend her!
More about Melissa
- 10 years' experience
- Female
- LPCC
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 9 years of experience. I specialize in work with people who have experienced trauma, anxiety and depression. I also have significant experience in working with people who might be struggling with parenting concerns, relationship issues or family concerns.
My counseling style is to approach each person with wonder, respect and acceptance. I provide a nonjudgmental and culturally aware perspective. Although I am not a person of color, I have unique life and work experiences that allow me to have knowledge and understanding of communities of color. I utilize reflection and a person-centered approach as the basis of my practice and may use techniques from cognitive behavioral, strengths-based and humanistic modalities. I want my help to be what you need and will work with you to individualize your treatment to fit your unique needs.
I know it is not easy to ask for help and it takes courage to advocate for yourself. You have already taken the first step and I am here to help with the next one.
I truly feel it is a privilege to be allowed on the journey with you and I look forward to working together!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Relationship issues
Grief
Anger management
Depression
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Melissa McLaurin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407393119.
- LPCC · Minnesota · 01384 · Expires December 2024
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Melissa McLaurin
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Melissa is amazing. She has helped me grow into a person that I am proud of. She is a great listener, free of judgement, and always supports me. I feel with Melissa's help I now have the tools to be introspective, self aware, and happier overall.
Melissa has helped me through so much. She is a great listener and helps me see situations from a more productive perspective, without judgement or telling me what I should do. She guides me to work through my issues in a way I couldn't without her support. I highly recommend her!
I really like talking to Melissa and I am truly grateful for everything she taught me. She helped me realize where my anxiety cam from and tried different ways to help me. She was patience and understanding and I really appreciate that. She is a great listener and go to connect my thoughts even with my difficulty in expressing myself. Thank you Melissa.
Melissa is amazing. She is super supportive, and non-judgmental. She helps me self reflect and figure out new ways to approach situations and/or thoughts that I am having. She has definitely made a great impact on my life and overall happiness. So thankful to have met her!
Melissa is such an amazing person! I am so grateful to have in my life. Melissa is always supportive, free of judgement and kind. She has helped me through such a tough period of time. Melissa always gives me different ways to self reflect, and look at situations in a different perspective that make going through rough times easier. Melissa has helped me learn a lot about myself, and the people around me. I would recommend her to anyone!
Melissa is amazing! I know she has many clients, but she is wonderful at remembering all of the ins and outs of what we’ve talked about. She doesn’t make it “feel” like a therapy session, but more so like an unbiased opinion that is trustworthy like a friend to talk you through your emotions/situation.
Melissa is wonderful. She has a very calming and understanding approach that she uses to make patients feel reassured and at ease. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone who feels like they need to be heard and understood.
Melissa is very understanding, supportive, non-judgmental, and compassionate. I feel very comfortable coming to her with my problems and know she will listen and make me look at things a different way. I really appreciate her.
Melissa has been a very good listener,very kind and supportive and she has provided me a safe space to talk about things that bother me.
Melissa is kind, thoughtful, and very supportive. I wanted help with a couple of things and she made it easy to get right to the point. She is very responsive and I enjoyed working with her. She's also knowledgeable and I immediately felt that I was in good hands.
Melissa is thoughtful, balanced and easy to talk to. She frames things in a different way and presents another way to look at a problem. I feel that she cares, which is the most important thing. She lets me go at my pace and gets back to me quickly. I always feel better after talking to her. I would strongly recommend her to anyone wanting support with their mental health.
Melissa is caring and has helped me to better understand my own problems!
Frequently asked questions
Does Melissa McLaurin offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melissa McLaurin works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Melissa McLaurin speak?
Melissa McLaurin speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melissa McLaurin have?
Melissa McLaurin has 10 years of experience.
Where is Melissa McLaurin licensed to practice?
Melissa McLaurin is licensed to practice in Minnesota.
Does Melissa McLaurin accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Melissa McLaurin accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Melissa McLaurin offer?
Melissa McLaurin offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Melissa McLaurin?
Melissa McLaurin can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Melissa McLaurin?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.