Melissa is kind, caring, and supportive. She uses great practical tools to help me feel better and improve my life. I’ve worked through a variety of personal tragedies with her and she’s been amazing. I highly recommend her.
Melissa Sonthonax, LMHC
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 11 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Melissa is a great therapist. She really listens and understands. She offers multiple ways to work on the issues. Highly recommend.
More about Melissa
- 10 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
My name is Melissa Sonthonax and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida. I graduated with a Masters in Psychology in 2014 and began working with clients whom suffer from various mental health issues.
I have six years of experience in the mental health field. I also have experience working with individuals who specifically struggle with general anxiety, social anxiety, depression, low self esteem, friendship issues, life transitions and other everyday issues.
My approach towards therapy is to work with each individual to develop a sense of strength to work through their individual issues and see that they can develop a sense of happiness. I also work with individuals to create healthy goals in order to best help each person adapt to daily life. My passion is to help clients work on outer behaviors that help build confidence within themselves.
I understand that each person has their own unique situations, therefore each person will be provided with individual plans of action to help you get back to the place that you desire to be. Each individual can expect to be provided with a comfortable environment where they can share their thoughts/views about their circumstances and be guided, with the help of myself, to work through their circumstances.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Depression
Coaching
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Money and financial issues
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Melissa Sonthonax's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235617093.
- LMHC · Florida · MH15970 · Expires March 2025
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 Sonthonax
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Melissa is kind, caring, and supportive. She uses great practical tools to help me feel better and improve my life. I’ve worked through a variety of personal tragedies with her and she’s been amazing. I highly recommend her.
Melissa is a great therapist. She really listens and understands. She offers multiple ways to work on the issues. Highly recommend.
From my very first session with Melissa I felt comfortable and confident! She listens intently and asks probing questions that truly allow you to reflect and think in order to work through challenges, fears, and circumstances! I look forward to our weekly sessions where Melissa is always accommodating when I need a phone call versus video!
Melissa has been really great so far. She does an exceptional job listening and taking in the things I say before responding and providing guidance, insight, etc. Melissa is also incredibly kind and supportive.
Melissa is exactly the therapist I need at this point in my life. She is extremely relatable, kind, empathetic, and helpful. She lets me lead when I have things to share and can ask questions to get me to process through things. She leaves me with things to consider or think through between sessions and checks in with messages. I am very grateful for her assistance as I work through some major life changes.
Melissa is very kind, offers suggestions in a gentle manner and is a great listener. She is a great fit for me and my challenges.
I am so grateful I got to work with Melissa. She truly helped me feel confident and capable in every aspect of my life and to take on whatever comes my way. It has been amazing to have someone who understands my issues and who helps me express my feelings and process them while being so kind and compassionate. I cannot praise her enough, highly recommend.
Melissa is a wonderful counselor. She has helped me with a variety of issues, including stress, anxiety, workplace issues, and grief. She is extremely competent and compassionate. I highly recommend her.
Melissa is a fantastic counselor. She's compassionate and tailors her approach and our sessions based on my needs and goals. She follows up with me all the time and helps me be accountable when necessary. Melissa offers different strategies, options, and solutions when problems arise, and she understands when something doesn't work for me - she just helps me find a new way to tackle the problem. Working with her has been very helpful during a stressful and difficult time in my life. I highly recommend working with Melissa.
She's very understanding and has helped tremendously.
I have needed counseling for years now and was afraid to start again because of a past experience but Melissa has helped me through every hurdle and continues to help me deal with everything that I have been bottling up. I cannot stress enough how having someone to help guide and counsel you really makes a difference in your life.
Frequently asked questions
Does Melissa Sonthonax offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melissa Sonthonax 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 Sonthonax speak?
Melissa Sonthonax speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melissa Sonthonax have?
Melissa Sonthonax has 10 years of experience.
Where is Melissa Sonthonax licensed to practice?
Melissa Sonthonax is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Melissa Sonthonax accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Melissa Sonthonax 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 Sonthonax offer?
Melissa Sonthonax offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Melissa Sonthonax?
Melissa Sonthonax 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 Sonthonax?
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.