- Cognitive behavioral methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Working through trauma
About Melissa
Melissa Moore is an LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) practicing in North Carolina with ten years of experience in the mental health field. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strain, anger, sleep problems, and mood disorders. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than labels or quick fixes.
She trained in counseling psychology and mental health counseling and has worked in home-based care, mental health agencies, hospitals, and schools. That range means she is used to helping people in different life circumstances and routines. Melissa draws on a mix of approaches to match what a person needs in the moment.
In sessions she often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to name patterns of thought and try new behaviors. Mindfulness methods are offered to slow down intense feelings and reduce reactivity. Motivational Interviewing and Narrative Therapy help people clarify values and rewrite how they tell their own story.
Her style is direct and practical. Melissa helps people set small, manageable goals and tracks progress week to week. She pays attention to cultural background, caregiver stress, and how work and life changes affect mood and relationships.
People who are worn down by ongoing resentment, who lose their temper with loved ones, or who feel stuck after loss may find the concrete skills helpful. Melissa also supports those dealing with trauma, postpartum mood changes, ADHD, and workplace strain, using strategies that fit day-to-day life.
Approaches used in online sessions and what they look like
Melissa often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thought patterns and try concrete behavioral experiments. CBT can be useful for anger that shows up as quick reactions or repetitive thoughts that escalate stress.She also uses Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple attention and grounding practices. These techniques aim to reduce automatic reactivity and help a person pause before responding. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone wants to make a change but feels stuck; it focuses on clarifying reasons for change and building confidence.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with the client to pick methods that match goals, strengths, and daily routines. That plan can change over time as progress is tracked and new needs emerge.
Session formats are not listed in the profile, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a workday, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or remove travel time so sessions are less disruptive to family and job responsibilities. Therapists and licensed professionals adapt techniques so practical skills can be practiced between meetings and checked in on during sessions.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting strain, anger, sleep problems, mood disorders, and related areas listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is practical and skills-based, using clear steps, goal setting, and strategies to reduce reactivity and improve communication.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has ten years of experience in the mental health field across home-based care, agencies, hospitals, and schools.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the LCMHC credential and practices in North Carolina.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats does she offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the profile.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.