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Melody Schmutz

Therapist
13 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, My name is Melody Schmutz, I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, stress management, and developing effective coping skills. I work with adolescents and adults that feel overwhelmed, are stuck in cycles of big emotions, experience racing thoughts, or impulsive reactions that interfere with daily life, relationships, and self-confidence. My focus is on helping clients better understand how their brain and emotions work, while building practical, realistic strategies they can use both in and out of session. Therapy with me is collaborative, supportive, and skills-based.

My approach to therapy

I believe that insight paired with concrete tools/strategies empower lasting change. For clients with ADHD, we work on emotional regulation, impulsivity, focus, organization, and self-esteem. For anxiety and depression, I support clients in identifying patterns, managing stress, increasing emotional awareness, and developing healthier ways to cope with challenges.

What you can expect from me

Across all areas, I emphasize stress management, coping strategies, and self-regulation skills that are tailored to each client’s unique needs. My approach is warm, strengths-based, and developmentally appropriate. I aim to create a safe space where clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to build confidence, resilience, and meaningful change.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    13 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Texas At El Paso
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Arizona)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Behavioral Activation (BA), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Strength-Based, Play, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Somatic, Art Therapy, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Behavior Management, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Family Focused Therapy (FFT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English