Melinda Jones

Hi, I'm Melinda. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes therapy works best when it's honest, practical, and built around who you actually are. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, life transitions, stress and burnout, and addiction and recovery. What matters most to my clients isn't just having someone to talk to - it's finally understanding why they keep ending up in the same place, and what to do differently. You don't need to have it all figured out. You just need to show up.

My approach draws on CBT, Motivational Interviewing, ACT, and DBT skills, tailored to what you actually need rather than applied by formula. I'm psychoeducation-forward - I'll explain what's happening in your brain or your patterns in plain language, because understanding the mechanism behind your struggle is often what makes change possible. I also track your arc over time, helping you see how far you've actually come. For clients who want it, I offer faith-integrated therapy grounded in the Christian tradition - used as a genuine clinical tool, not decoration.

Warmth without sugarcoating. I'll be honest about what I'm seeing and stay with you through the hard parts. If you're in recovery or not sure you're ready to change, you'll find no pressure here - just a collaborative space to figure out what you actually want. My faith-integrated work is available for those who want it, comfortable with doubt, and never about enforcing doctrine. If that sounds like what you're looking for, I'd be glad to connect.