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Melissa Simpson

Therapist
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Eating disorders, LGBTQIA+
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Stuck in survival mode? Crashing out? Riding the hot mess express? Maybe it is the first time sharing the deep, raw truth of your story... or maybe you’re tired of saying it over and over and feeling like other people don’t really “get” it. You don't have to pretend everything's okay or fit into a mold. I'm here for the real you. We can build your own personal path to healing. I help people do this by exploring thoughts, gaining insight, and developing tools to thrive.

My approach to therapy

Whether you’re an adult or teen struggling with identity, big life changes, relationships, addiction, eating disorders, or body image, I'm here to embrace the messiness and find clarity through it all. My approach is direct, down-to-earth, and empowering. In session with me, we’ll laugh, we’ll cry, and we’ll find the way forward, together.

What you can expect from me

Therapy with me is collaborative, honest, and grounded in real life. I create a space that's affirming, judgment-free, and tailored to what actually works for you.

On the other side of fear, self-doubt, and judgment awaits self-love, authenticity, and liberation.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Direct, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at University of Texas Health Science At San Antonio
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Eating disorders, LGBTQIA+
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English