Melissa is a wonderful sounding board and offers practical advice that is easy to add to your routine. She is kind, understanding, and is great about following up. I highly recommend her as a therapist!
Melissa Lauer, LPC
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 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Texas
Recent reviews
Amazing all around.
More about Melissa
- 15 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am licensed in Texas with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Please note: I prefer to hold sessions in the evenings and Saturday mornings as requested.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Body image
Communication problems
Forgiveness
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Melissa Lauer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255113866.
- LPC · Texas · 84012 · 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 Lauer
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Melissa is a wonderful sounding board and offers practical advice that is easy to add to your routine. She is kind, understanding, and is great about following up. I highly recommend her as a therapist!
Amazing all around.
Melissa has been very understanding. She has allowed me to voice concerns and issues and take them to the level I'm comfortable with. She does not push. She keeps things light, which I like, but responds to me appropriately when I ease into a more serious area. She has been extremely helpful in providing alternatives and methods to handle my issues. I would highly recommended her to others.
Frequently asked questions
Does Melissa Lauer offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melissa Lauer 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 Lauer speak?
Melissa Lauer speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melissa Lauer have?
Melissa Lauer has 15 years of experience.
Where is Melissa Lauer licensed to practice?
Melissa Lauer is licensed to practice in Texas.
Does Melissa Lauer accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Melissa Lauer 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 Lauer offer?
Melissa Lauer offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Melissa Lauer?
Melissa Lauer 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 Lauer?
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.