We’ve had 2 sessions, & my expectations for both have been met. I have high hopes for the remainder of my treatment & am putting my trust in Melissa.
Melissa Mendez, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Melissa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Melissa. View 12 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Texas and Oklahoma
Recent reviews
I've greatly enjoyed my therapy sessions with Melissa so far. She is a great listener, creates a safe and comfortable environment, and creates a thought-provoking session. In just a few sessions, I felt a greater sense of peace and feeling for the future.
More about Melissa
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Hello and Welcome,
My name is Melissa and I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the states of Texas and Oklahoma although currently residing in Waco, TX. My experience in the mental health field has been focused primarily on working with families with young children and the specific challenges that face families, parents, and children. Since the beginning of the pandemic, I have been working to build my telehealth therapy practice. I have been providing EMDR therapy to treat trauma and other issues for the past three years and have seen the effectiveness of the treatment that is an evidence-based therapy for treatment of PTSD and additional mental health challenges including depression and anxiety. I work diligently to help my clients manage trauma responses, anxiety symptoms, depression symptoms, and relational challenges that are often present when dealing with a mental health struggle.
I was led to the mental health field after completing my undergraduate degree at Texas A&M University in Nutritional Sciences. I have been working exclusively online since the beginning of the pandemic. I have continued to focus on identifying trauma responses and helping our nervous systems regulate after exposure to stress, adversity, and trauma. I have 8 years experience working with depression, anxiety, and PTSD symptoms and the courageous clients that are seeking help and hoping for a more peaceful way of living.
My style as a therapist is typically warm but direct, collaborative, and mindful of your personal autonomy. I find myself using person-centered, attachment-informed, trauma-informed, and integrative treatment approaches to tailor your treatment plan to best meet your needs. I work best with individuals who are interested in self -reflection and developing a growth mindset. I utilize evidence-based treatments primarily including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Circle of Security Parenting (COS-P), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). In my experience, each client has unique needs that dictate the length of therapy. I believe in both structure and flexibility in therapy.
After reading all of that, I want you to know I'm a real person just like you who is trying to live a fulfilling, meaningful life. I do not believe that therapy is a quick fix for all that ails but I do believe that with time, effort, and consistency we can work together to tap in to your innate resources to move toward wellness. As a person who has been on both sides of the proverbial couch, I know that therapy can be a powerful and important part of the journey! I wish you all the best as you carefully search for and select a clinician. If you choose, I look forward to being a part of your journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Attachment issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Family of origin issues
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Sexual assault and abuse
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Melissa Mendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326676610.
- LPC · Texas · 76961 · Expires February 2025
- LPC · Oklahoma · LPC07519 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Melissa Mendez
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
We’ve had 2 sessions, & my expectations for both have been met. I have high hopes for the remainder of my treatment & am putting my trust in Melissa.
I've greatly enjoyed my therapy sessions with Melissa so far. She is a great listener, creates a safe and comfortable environment, and creates a thought-provoking session. In just a few sessions, I felt a greater sense of peace and feeling for the future.
I have been to many therapists and counselors over the last 20+ years. By far, Melissa is the best and I trusted her very quickly! She is a wonderful fit to help me finally start healing, to grow stronger, and also learn to love myself… lots to work through, but she is such a good listener that she is likely to draw it out of me without even knowing what I said. I thoroughly trust her and find her f Ed ack and wisdom to be so helpful. I hope she will be with me for a long time!
Amazing! She is the best therapist I have ever had! In one year of working with her I have improved more than the past five years of therapy prior.
Melissa is always respectful and attentive. She really listens and HEARS what I have to say and responds to me in a way that I understand. She is supportive of me and it is obvious that she actually cares and does her homework in looking for appropriate methods of treatment for my particular knot of issues. She never rushes me and is gentle, confident, and patient with her questions and suggestions. She knows how to communicate with me, which isn’t always easy and builds trust, which also isn’t always easy with me. I enjoy my sessions with Melissa and would highly recommend her to anyone. She is a great match for me and I appreciate her help. ~C. R. Smith
Melissa Mendez is immensely supportive and helpful. She is respectful and there are nothing but good things to say about her.
Amazing!!!! Really great! I have made great progress
I tell people about my therapist and better help all the time! I feel like I was matched up so well, and love video calls, especially right now! Thanks Melissa, you are really helping me to live and grow!
Melissa is warm, polite, professional, and easy to connect with. I feel comfortable being fully open during our sessions. I feel that the time is used efficiently. I look forward to continuing to work with Melissa in reaching my mental health goals.
Keep up the awesome work!
I am so grateful betterhelp.com aligned me with Melissa Mendez. I am 46-years-old and had resigned myself to living with a constant inner battle between depression, anxiety, and my desire to live a positive life. The war I have raged on a daily basis to rise above feeling depressed and out-of-control in order to be a positive, productive member of the human race has been exhausting. We had our first EMDR session today and I have hope, for the first time in a really long time, that my secret, inner war could get easier for me.
I think Melissa is fantastic and really listens and understands what I want to work on and has great suggestions and helps make me aware of things that I have never noticed.
Frequently asked questions
Does Melissa Mendez offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melissa Mendez works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Melissa Mendez speak?
Melissa Mendez speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melissa Mendez have?
Melissa Mendez has 8 years of experience.
Where is Melissa Mendez licensed to practice?
Melissa Mendez is licensed to practice in Texas and Oklahoma.
Does Melissa Mendez accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Melissa Mendez does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Melissa Mendez offer?
Melissa Mendez offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Melissa Mendez?
Melissa Mendez can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Melissa Mendez?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.