Will is great to talk to. He makes the whole experience a good one. He was able to make me feel relaxed and we got to the root of the issues. I would highly recommend Will.
Wilfredo Melendez, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Wilfredo 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 Wilfredo. View 18 reviews
- Great news, Wilfredo is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Wilfredo is easy to talk to, he has that cool uncle vibe. Super nice, supportive and non judgemental. Sessions don't feel like sessions, they feel like a talk over some beers with a buddy.
More about Wilfredo
- 11 years' experience
- Male
- LMHC
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a Professional Counselor in Puerto Rico. In 2012 I earned my Master of Science degree in the Counseling Program at Springfield College. I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages and with couples presenting with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, separation, divorce, relationship and family issues. In my approach to therapy I place the client's thoughts and feelings first. I use up-to-date therapy techniques such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. I believe in respect, honesty and decency, in compassion and sensitivity. I want to help my clients overcome any obstacle that comes their way; to help them become the best version of themselves that they can be.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Hoarding
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Traumatic brain injury
Trichotillomania
Visually impaired
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Wilfredo Melendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821411158.
- LMHC · Florida · MH12952 · 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 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 Wilfredo Melendez
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Will is great to talk to. He makes the whole experience a good one. He was able to make me feel relaxed and we got to the root of the issues. I would highly recommend Will.
Wilfredo is easy to talk to, he has that cool uncle vibe. Super nice, supportive and non judgemental. Sessions don't feel like sessions, they feel like a talk over some beers with a buddy.
Wilfredo has depth and understanding of lots of unusual situations I found myself in. As a result, he is able to assist in helping through it in ways I didn’t even consider. Most of all, I enjoy the witty jokes he makes to lighten the mood and provide examples from his life that can relate to how you feel. 10/10 would recommend!
Great great great therapist. Always available and listening. Makes you feel like you are talking to a friend. Great advices too! 10/10
Wil was great during my sessions. He knows when to use humour and when to take a serious tone while speaking with me. This helped me lighten up a bit more, and feel more relaxed, and be able to open up more easily during the sessions. He has provided me tools that I feel and have used to improve myself. I would have him as my therapist again, no questions asked.
I feel like I'm being heard so this is great!
Understanding, Isn't that what we need. WIL understands individuals timing. There is no pushing through of the next step next step.. he moves at your pace. Thoughtful, Memory for accurate detail. Great Doctor, Therapist and most importantly Great Man.
He is refreshing and really easy to talk to, he listens and understands me. I highly recommend him.
Cool guy, can be funny, chill, serious… definitely knows his stuff, easy and fun to engage with, personalised experience that helps.
You will not find a better man in which makes for the best Therapist. Real, honest and extremely helpful. You will not be disappointed and if you are there's something wrong with you, not his therapy lol
He came into my life when I was at my lowest point he saved me and every session we have I come away feeling stronger and ready to face the world and its thanks to him. "What would Wilf do" this is my motto when I'm struggling and straight away this phrase I tell myself grounds me and I can focus and move forward with what ever problem I'm having
Wilfredo is a down to earth therapist that you can relate to. I love his style of counseling, educational and practical. I highly recommend Wilfredo to anyone.
Wilfredo was a wonderful counsellor - he was funny and friendly and the space always felt safe for me. I really enjoyed his focus on mindfulness techniques and found the exercises that he gave me practical for everyday use and immediately very powerful. He is also very good at coming up with strong metaphors and analogies that simplify situations and bring clarity to the concepts he is talking about, which I personally found extremely helpful. I can honestly say that Wilfredo has helped me to begin approaching the world, and myself, differently and I would recommend him to anyone.
Wilfredo is kind and understanding. He listens and tailors the sessions to meet my needs, and builds on the progress that I've made. He has helped me develop practical tools to apply to my own life; myself and my loved ones have noticed real positive changes in my life. Thank you Wilfredo!
An absolute gem of a guy. Wilfredo comes equiped with well placed jokes to lighen the mood, and a proper amount of wisdom to help you help yourself. I'd recommend him to anyone for he has a tremendous amount of experience in many facets of mental health. His guided meditations are POWERFUL.
Wilfredo has been absolutely great. Very smart guy.
Wilfredo takes the time to listen to my concerns and makes me feel heard and valid. If there is a touchy subject where I am visibly uncomfortable talking about it, he lightens the mood after with some joking or storytelling. I feel as though it is another friend I made. 10/10 would recommend!
Wil is a friendly, kind, knowledgeable and disarming professional. He is warm and genuine while still being firm/assertive and providing valuable insight. I felt that he and I were friends from the start. What a special person Wilfredo is. I would recommend him to anyone for any reason relating to talk/clinical therapy. I feel safe and attended to in our sessions.
Frequently asked questions
Does Wilfredo Melendez offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Wilfredo Melendez 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 Wilfredo Melendez speak?
Wilfredo Melendez speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Wilfredo Melendez have?
Wilfredo Melendez has 11 years of experience.
Where is Wilfredo Melendez licensed to practice?
Wilfredo Melendez is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Wilfredo Melendez accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Wilfredo Melendez 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 Wilfredo Melendez offer?
Wilfredo Melendez offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Wilfredo Melendez?
Wilfredo Melendez 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 Wilfredo Melendez?
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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.