Melissa Teferra

Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected from themselves. I provide a compassionate, grounding space where healing and growth are possible.

With over 20 years of experience as a Social Worker, I help individuals and families navigate ADHD, trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I also support clients managing cultural identity challenges, learning differences, adoption/foster care experiences, and trauma recovery. Clients often describe me as warm, practical, and easy to talk to. Together, we build on your strengths to create meaningful, lasting change.

Therapy is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs. I use trauma-informed, strengths-based, and evidence-backed approaches to help you manage ADHD, process past trauma, build coping skills, and navigate life transitions or cultural adjustment.

Each session honors your pace and preferences. Together, we create practical strategies to help you gain clarity, emotional stability, and confidence in managing everyday challenges and relationships.

In the first session, you’ll find a supportive, nonjudgmental space to share what brought you to therapy and explore your goals. We’ll discuss priorities, challenges, and any ADHD, trauma, or life transitions you’re navigating.

Clients often describe sessions as grounding and collaborative. You’ll leave feeling understood, supported, and equipped with practical tools to start creating meaningful change.