

Something uncomfortable brought you here. You may have tried to move forward and found that something still lingers. You understand what’s going on, but it hasn’t shifted in a meaningful way. My clients come ready to do real work. I meet each person as a whole person, not as a diagnosis or as a presenting problem. I work primarily with adults and young adults, using EMDR alongside CBT and solution-focused and person-centered approaches that support real change. Our focus is on what hasn’t moved and why, so you’re not just managing symptoms but creating genuine, lasting movement forward. If you have done the talking and still do not feel free, I would love to connect.
I am licensed in Florida with over 25 years of professional experience in the field of substance abuse and mental health. I have helped others with stress management (work or personal), anxiety, learning how to live a sober life, and dealing with the pressures of everyday living
For the past five years, I have dedicated my practice to serving the Veteran community. This work has given me deep insight into the resilience of the human spirit and the specialized care required to treat the "invisible wounds" of service. Whether you are a Veteran or a civilian navigating past trauma, I provide a grounded, expert-led space to help you move from surviving to thriving. My background as a researcher and author provides me with a unique lens on how the brain works. I am a mental health advocate, have led large-scale government-funded grants on the brain, and hosted regular mental health segments on FCN and WJXT
Welcome, and come as you are. I believe meaningful change begins with understanding yourself on a deeper level. Many of the struggles we experience in adulthood, whether in relationships, self-worth, anxiety, trauma, communication, or life satisfaction, are shaped by patterns that developed long before we were aware of them. Often these patterns started as adaptations, ways of coping or relating that once helped us navigate our family or environment and made sense at the time. My role is to help you identify those patterns, understand why they exist, and create lasting change rather than simply managing symptoms.
Hello and welcome! My name is Melinda and I am a licensed therapist in CO and FL. For over 7 years, I’ve walked alongside women and children healing from trauma and major life transitions. I am passionate about creating a safe, gentle space for your unique healing journey.
I work with women ages 18–25 who feel stuck between adolescence and adulthood. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, social anxiety, low confidence, avoidance, isolation, or uncertainty about their future.
They often feel overwhelmed by expectations around school, work, relationships, or independence and may be questioning their path. Together, we identify the patterns keeping them stuck, build practical coping skills, strengthen self-trust, and create meaningful steps toward a more confident, connected, and fulfilling life.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, addiction, or a major life change - you deserve support without judgment. My practice is a safe, compassionate space where you can finally say the things you've never said out loud. I've spent 20+ years walking alongside adults through their hardest seasons. As your sole therapist, I'll know your story deeply and show up consistently - with warmth, honesty, and genuine care.


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