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Melanie Elks

Therapist
23 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults through life’s challenges. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and autism, and am a Clinically Certified Anxiety Treatment Professional and Clinical Autism Specialist.

My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, while also incorporating neuroaffirming and evidence-based techniques tailored to each individual. I believe in meeting clients where they are and working collaboratively to create meaningful, lasting change.

I strive to provide a safe, supportive, and compassionate space where you can explore challenges, build coping skills, and move toward a greater sense of peace, healing, and overall well-being.

My approach to therapy

I believe it is vital to offer a safe space built with trust and acceptance of where individuals are on the life journey. My hope is to partner with you as you work to become the absolute best version of you!

What you can expect from me

A safe space to begin your journey!

Time spent in understanding who you are and what circumstances have lead you to me!

Building a framework on forward movement!

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Warm, Humorous

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    23 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at East Carolina University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (North Carolina)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Anger management
  • Therapy methods
    Schema, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Behavioral Activation (BA)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Adolescents, Children
  • Languages
    English