Hi, I'm Melinda! I've been practicing as a mental health counselor for 10 years, with a special focus on children and military families. I understand the unique challenges that come with military life, frequent moves, and deployments, and I bring that understanding into every session. I see clients both in person and virtually, and I believe therapy works best when it meets you where you are.
I'm a solution-focused counselor at heart, which means we'll work together to identify practical steps toward the changes you want to see. When I work with a child through Play Therapy, I also meet with parents individually so I can support what's happening at home — encouraging, adjusting, and offering new skills as things evolve. My goal is always to equip the whole family, not just the child in the room.
In our first session together, you can expect a warm, judgment-free conversation where we'll talk through what's bringing you in and what you're hoping to get out of therapy. For families and children, I'll also explain how Play Therapy works and how I'll be partnering with parents along the way. I create an environment for change. There are times when you have to stop and settle into the present and there are times when its about movement and trying new things.
