- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression and grief
About Melissa
Melissa McHenry is an LPC and an LCPC licensed in Missouri and Illinois with 23 years of clinical experience. She holds a master’s degree in adult psychology and a master’s degree in child psychology. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and anger, and she supports those coping with relationship strain and grief.
Her practice includes work with trauma and abuse, PTSD, domestic violence, and self-injurious behavior. She talks through what’s happening now and helps people find steady ways to respond when feelings run high. Conversations focus on practical steps that reduce reactivity at home and work.
Sessions begin by clarifying immediate concerns and what the person wants to change. Melissa adapts the pace and plan as people try new approaches. She emphasizes respect and sensitivity in sessions while adjusting language and exercises to fit each person’s needs.
Over two decades of work have given her experience with mood disorders including bipolar disorder and with LGBT-related concerns. She also helps people manage career stress and life transitions. Her background includes work with both adults and issues that affect family life without offering family therapy appointments.
Melissa asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first session. The practice uses a subscription payment option that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location. Prospective clients should select the See online therapy options button to begin.
How evidence-based methods translate to online work
Melissa uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address strong emotions and stress. Cognitive-behavioral approaches focus on spotting unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new behavioral responses; these help with anger, anxiety, and depression by building alternative ways to react. Trauma-focused methods aim to reduce the hold past events have on current feelings through paced discussion and grounding exercises that lower arousal.Choosing an approach is part of the work together. The therapist will review what you want to change, try practical exercises, and adjust methods based on what helps. Clients and the therapist make these decisions collaboratively as goals and preferences become clearer.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to maintain continuity of care when people move, travel, or need a quick appointment between responsibilities.
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does she address?
She works with people who lose their temper, carry resentments, or live with someone else’s anger. Anger is listed among the concerns she helps address.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical conversation to help people respond differently to strong emotions. Sessions focus on clear steps and manageable practices.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 23 years of professional work experience, described in the profile as experience across trauma, mood, and stress-related issues.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds the LPC and the LCPC credentials and is licensed in Missouri (LPC) and Illinois (LCPC). Her listed location is Illinois.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.
How are fees handled?
Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates are provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.