Melissa is a great listener, therapist, and friend at times. She is very professional and experienced and gave very realistic yet ambitious goals throughout the sessions. She always asked questions and gave the opportunity to introspect. I would highly recommend her to someone going through any kind of rough time because she is always going to be there to listen like a wise friend.
Melissa Albano, LCSW
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.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Melissa. View 6 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New Jersey
Recent reviews
Melissa has been amazing to me! She is always responsive in a timely manner and helps me cope with daily triggers. She has a lot of experience and is able to relate to me in so many ways.
More about Melissa
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hello and welcome to BetterHelp, reaching out to seek counseling is a major step in addressing and managing concerns in your life.
I realize how important it is to find a counselor that you can connect with to see progress during challenging times. It is important to establish a healthy relationship to move forward with managing changes in your life. I would like to provide some information about myself and my counseling style, to determine if we would be a good match.
I have 20 years of social work experience. I received my masters degree from New York University. My experience working with clients has been managing cases related to anxiety, panic attacks, depression and crisis intervention, substance abuse and domestic violence. I have worked with chronically ill clients and their families to better cope with their ongoing needs. I am passionate and experienced with counseling related to the LGBTQ+ community.
My practice style is upfront and honest. I feel establishing a strong working relationship with a client to work effectively to manage concerns. I am compassionate and easy to engage with. We will work together to determine the best approach to address your current concerns.
THERAPEUTIC RELATIONSHIP AND SELF-DETERMINATION POLICY
One of the ethical values of the Social Work profession is giving each individual the right to self-determination. You have the right to pick your own therapist, so if at any point you feel that we are not a good fit, please let me know so we can address/ try to resolve these issues and get you the right support/ therapist. You can also change counselors by clicking on “change counselors” in the top right of your dashboard- I would encourage you to let me know first so we can formally end our therapeutic alliance. There are times when people feel their needs are met and no longer need this support, I would also encourage you to bring up these discussions with me as they are part of the healing process and ending the therapeutic relationship.
I look forward to speaking with you to best determine a method to communicate. I have availability to work via video chat, or phone. I check my email frequently to coordinate a time frame that will meet your needs and provide open availability.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
LGBT
Grief
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
Licenses
Melissa Albano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558862466.
- LCSW · New Jersey · 44SC05628600 · Expires August 2026
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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Melissa Albano
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Melissa is a great listener, therapist, and friend at times. She is very professional and experienced and gave very realistic yet ambitious goals throughout the sessions. She always asked questions and gave the opportunity to introspect. I would highly recommend her to someone going through any kind of rough time because she is always going to be there to listen like a wise friend.
Melissa has been amazing to me! She is always responsive in a timely manner and helps me cope with daily triggers. She has a lot of experience and is able to relate to me in so many ways.
Very knowledgeable and asks the right questions
So positive, creative and intuitive!
Melissa was just so insightful and supportive. In a short amount of time she picked up on key things about me, what I should work on and helped me set goals for myself that were needed. She is a very caring therapist and easy to talk to, non judgemental and thoughtful. I would love to reconnect with her later on. She is a people person, and conversation with her did not feel forced or awkward, but instead natural and productive.
I feel like Melissa picked up so fast on where I left off with lyndsey. She is different and easy to talk to. I am working through things differently in only two sessions. There has been a lot going on in the last two weeks and she helps me understand
Frequently asked questions
Does Melissa Albano offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melissa Albano 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 Albano speak?
Melissa Albano speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melissa Albano have?
Melissa Albano has 5 years of experience.
Where is Melissa Albano licensed to practice?
Melissa Albano is licensed to practice in New Jersey.
Does Melissa Albano accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Melissa Albano does not accept 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 Albano offer?
Melissa Albano offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness Therapy.
How can I communicate with Melissa Albano?
Melissa Albano 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 Albano?
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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.