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Melissa Spanton

Therapist(she/her)
3 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello there, my name is Melissa Spanton. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I received my Master of social work in 2022 from Idaho State University.

I have noticed a need in our community for Life Skills training and family support. I can help organize your schedule, offering SEL and practical application of life skills to organize your life. I especially enjoy working with moms and kids. I have utilized a wide range of modalities in my practice including CBT, Self-compassion, MI, Art, Music, and Play therapy.

My approach to therapy

I love using a variety of tools in my practice with clients. I have an empathetic ear and hold a safe space for others. I embody a direct yet creative approach and believe the client is the expert of their own life. I would love to work together to help the client apply the skills and receive the actual support they need to succeed.

What you can expect from me

I pride myself on being a safe person and providing a direct and playful presence for my clients. Let's figure it out together. Your job is to tell me what you need, my job is to listen. Then we can effectively make a plan of action together and see it through together.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Idaho State University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Idaho)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross of Idaho, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Regence BlueShield of Idaho

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
  • More specialties
    OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Anger management, Grief or loss, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Play, Trauma Focused CBT, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Humanistic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Adults
  • Languages
    English