Melvin’s guidance is remarkable. His words of encouragement come when I need them the most. He allows me to see things is a positive light even when on balance they might be tough things to deal with. He allows me to sense check my thoughts and brings so much positive reinforcement into my life. Thank you Melvin.
Melvin Ferris, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Melvin 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 Melvin. View 4 reviews
- Great news, Melvin is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Oklahoma
Recent reviews
Melvin is the first male therapist I have ever given the chance to and I believe God brought Melvin to me when I needed him most. He has been a beacon of hope and a blessing to talk to. I cant wait to continue my journey to peace and great mental health with him.
More about Melvin
- 7 years' experience
- Male
- LPC
I am licensed in Oklahoma with several years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients from ages 6-60 with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, & motivation, depression, self esteem, confidence, parenting problems and relationships. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, emdr, psychodynamic and Neuro Psychotherapy. Working together, we will create a plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you and in discovering and exercising hope in your life. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Self esteem
Depression
Antisocial personality
Commitment issues
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Fatherhood issues
Life purpose
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Self-harm
Social anxiety and phobia
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Melvin Ferris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821448911.
- LPC · Oklahoma · LPC07400 · Expires June 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 Melvin Ferris
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Melvin’s guidance is remarkable. His words of encouragement come when I need them the most. He allows me to see things is a positive light even when on balance they might be tough things to deal with. He allows me to sense check my thoughts and brings so much positive reinforcement into my life. Thank you Melvin.
Melvin is the first male therapist I have ever given the chance to and I believe God brought Melvin to me when I needed him most. He has been a beacon of hope and a blessing to talk to. I cant wait to continue my journey to peace and great mental health with him.
He is good
Melvin is great. Excellent communicator,
Frequently asked questions
Does Melvin Ferris offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melvin Ferris 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 Melvin Ferris speak?
Melvin Ferris speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melvin Ferris have?
Melvin Ferris has 7 years of experience.
Where is Melvin Ferris licensed to practice?
Melvin Ferris is licensed to practice in Oklahoma.
Does Melvin Ferris accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Melvin Ferris 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 Melvin Ferris offer?
Melvin Ferris offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Melvin Ferris?
Melvin Ferris 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 Melvin Ferris?
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.