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Melissa Addessi

Therapist
2 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I come from an art, philosophical and psychological educational background with a Bachelors degree in Psychology and a Masters Degree in Art Therapy. I have 4 years of experience working in mental health with individuals who experience anxiety, depression and trauma. I mostly utilize CBT, mindfulness and a psychodynamic approach for teens and adults.

My approach to therapy

I approach therapy by learning what is needed by the individual and working to use my skills and knowledge to fit what is needed and provide them with what they need to grow into more of who they want to be.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect to be understood, encouraged, empowered and to gain more understanding of themselves and whatever difficulties they are going through. Clients will be provided with tools and skills to face those difficulties and to grow through them.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Humorous, Inquisitive, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    2 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Lesley College, Other at Old Dominion University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Virginia)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, Sentara Health Plans, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Structural Family, Trauma Focused CBT, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Behavior Modification
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Locations
    337 Princess Anne Road
    Virginia Beach, VA 23457
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