Melissa Lively, LPC
(she/her)
About Me
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to individuals navigating some of life’s most challenging experiences. My work is grounded in supporting children, teens, and adults — particularly those impacted by trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. I have extensive experience working with the foster care system, and I’m passionate about helping those who have experienced complex trauma find healing, safety, and empowerment. I also specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ community, creating a safe, affirming space for clients of all identities to explore their experiences without judgment. As a certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist, I integrate evidence-based techniques to help clients process past trauma and move toward lasting emotional wellness. My approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and deeply collaborative — because I believe that healing happens in relationship, and your story deserves to be heard with empathy and respect.
Education & Experience
M.Ed
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
N/A
Specialty Area
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Abuse/Neglect
- Addictions
- Adoption
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders
- Domestic Violence
- Family Issues
- Gender Identity
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Sexual Abuse
- Somatic Issues
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Children (4-12)
- First Responders
- Immigrants
- Seniors
- Underserved
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna
- Kaiser Permanente
- Medicaid
- UnitedHealth
