Melanie S Browndorf, MS, Lpc

Many people discover that their present struggles are shaped by unconscious patterns that can be difficult to recognize on their own. Through Modern Psychoanalysis, I offer a specialized approach that goes beyond symptom management to support deeper, more lasting emotional growth.

With more than two decades of clinical experience in mental health and substance-use treatment, I specialize in working with addiction, relationship challenges, anxiety, and mood disorders. My practice is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and respect for each person’s individual experience.

I am committed to creating an inclusive, affirming, and supportive space for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, I offer flexible care through secure virtual sessions as well as in-person appointments.

My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I believe therapy should be a nonjudgmental space where you can speak openly about your experiences, deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships, and build practical tools to create meaningful, lasting change.

Your first session is an opportunity to slow down, feel heard, and begin making sense of what has brought you to therapy. We’ll discuss what you’re experiencing, what feels especially difficult or overwhelming right now, and what you hope will be different.

Together, we’ll begin to explore patterns in your relationships, boundaries, emotions, and daily life that may be contributing to feeling stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed.

You can expect to leave with greater clarity about what has been weighing on you, a deeper understanding of the patterns you may want to change, and a clearer sense of how therapy can support you moving forward. Most importantly, you’ll have a compassionate, nonjudgmental place to begin—at a pace that feels right for you.