Melanie James is extremely kind and caring, she’s very respectful and has a very wide range of knowledge and expertise. I’ve genuinely enjoyed every session and seen the benefits from each one.
Melanie James, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Melanie 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 Melanie. View 2 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York, Alaska, and 2 more
Recent reviews
I appreciate and trust Melanie. She helped me though a very difficult time and has helped me take a look at my thinking patterns. Melanie is supportive and non judgmental. She is what I needed at this time in my life, I am grateful for the match with her.
More about Melanie
- 7 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am a licensed psychotherapist with 7 + years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes , motivation, self esteem & confidence building. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Adoption and foster care
Blended family issues
Fertility issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Pregnancy and childbirth
Self-love
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Licenses
Melanie James's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912421769.
- LCSW · New York · 096200 · Expires August 2026
- LCSW · Alaska · 160672 · Expires June 2026
- LCSW · Virginia · 0904011596 · Expires June 2025
- LCSW · Hawaii · LCSW-4485 · 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 Melanie James
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Melanie James is extremely kind and caring, she’s very respectful and has a very wide range of knowledge and expertise. I’ve genuinely enjoyed every session and seen the benefits from each one.
I appreciate and trust Melanie. She helped me though a very difficult time and has helped me take a look at my thinking patterns. Melanie is supportive and non judgmental. She is what I needed at this time in my life, I am grateful for the match with her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Melanie James offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melanie James 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 Melanie James speak?
Melanie James speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melanie James have?
Melanie James has 7 years of experience.
Where is Melanie James licensed to practice?
Melanie James is licensed to practice in New York, Alaska, Virginia, and Hawaii.
Does Melanie James accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Melanie James 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."
How can I communicate with Melanie James?
Melanie James 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 Melanie James?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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.