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Melissa Hyland Wilson

Therapist
24 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

My passion is helping people achieve personal growth. Life throws at us a series of curveballs. At times we feel stuck & unsure how to make it to the other side of these challenges whether they are due to a life change such as marriage, divorce, new career, trauma, grief & loss or a host of other difficulties. With over 25 years in the counseling field, I have learned that people are individuals who do not fit into one mold. I employee a variety of techniques and approaches to fit your individual needs. Change starts within the therapeutic relationship. Compassion, humor and warmth assist in creating this relationship.

My approach to therapy

I believe the past shapes who we are today. We can become stuck in our past experiences afraid to let go of what is familiar. Your past does not need to define your future. I utilize a variety of techniques derived from REBT, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, Adlerian, Evidence Based, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Interpersonal and Person-Centered therapies.

What you can expect from me

Your life is your personal journey. Together we will work to define your goals and the steps to meet those goals. You have taken the first step by seeking therapy. I look forward to being a part of your new path on your journey to happiness.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Affirming, Humorous

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    24 years of experience
  • Training
    BA (Bachelor of Arts) at Portland State University, MA (Master of Arts) at Lewis & Clark College
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Oregon), LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Washington)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ambetter Washington, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon, Regence BlueShield of Washington

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Stress management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychodynamic, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Behavior Modification, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Gestalt, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English