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Melissa Friedman

Therapist
15 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Family issues, Stress management, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I work together with my clients to recognize unhealthy patterns, rebuild self-trust, and learn tools for coping with stress, easing anxiety, and creating stronger, more supportive connections at home, work, and beyond. Whether you’re dealing with panic attacks, emotional abuse recovery, difficulty setting healthy boundaries, or navigating difficult life decisions, therapy can help you find clarity. If you’re ready to stop negative cycles, manage anxiety, and finally feel grounded and self-assured, I’m here to help you take that next step toward healing and lasting change.

My approach to therapy

My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based practices to help you feel more empowered. We map out strategies to overcome the roadblocks life seems to throw in our path.

What you can expect from me

From relationships, depression, and anxiety to grief, sexuality, and career issues, the common characteristic is that I provide a safe place to really be heard – and to really be understood. As a result, we are able to address emotional pain, challenging situations, or anything which is keeping you from achieving happiness – and find effective ideas and solutions to move you towards the life you want.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Warm, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    15 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Norfolk State University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Tennessee, Virginia, Colorado), LISW-CP (Licensed independent social worker–clinical practice) (South Carolina), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical) (Maryland)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, Select Health - Colorado, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Family issues, Stress management, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, Women's issues, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavioral
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English