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Melissa Ryan

Therapist
6 years of experience
14 patients on Headway
  • Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Searching for a therapist is the first brave step you can take, we’ll get started on your journey together. I believe that each experience in therapy is unique. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University. I specialize in working with individuals to overcome difficulties with anxiety, low self-esteem, maternal mental health, women's issues, grief/loss, life transitions, and interpersonal relationships.

My approach to therapy

I’m a person-centered therapist who utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused strategies, and mindfulness techniques.

What you can expect from me

I prioritize making a safe space for my clients, as I understand this is an important first step in empowering clients to overcome their obstacles.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Hispanic, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Challenging, Open Minded, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MEd (Master of Education) at Columbia University, Teachers College, MA (Master of Arts) at Columbia University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Licensed in
    New York
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Family issues, End of life care, Relationship issues, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Strength-Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English