Melanie Carlson, LCSW

(She, Her)
Preferred Name: Melanie

EMDRIA Certified Therapist™

Online Therapy

About Me

Melanie is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who specializes in treating trauma, depression and anxiety disorders; issues concerning identity; and supporting recovery from chronic pain (and other symptoms) and syndromes. She incorporates somatic awareness and parts work in her EMDR practice. Melanie believes that everyone has an innate capacity to heal and thrive.

Education & Experience

Master of Social Work (MSW), Indiana University Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), IN Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) Master of Liberal Arts, Master of Public Affairs, Indiana University Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Purdue University

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), Somatic Experiencing International

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Headaches/Migraines
  • Phobias
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Somatic Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults
  • Group
  • Seniors

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • UnitedHealth