excellent therapist
Melissa Pitts Johnson, 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.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Melissa. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Oklahoma
Recent reviews
Melissa is straight forward and points out when I’m off base. She also provides a point of view I may be missing, overlooking, or ignorant of. She’s encouraging when I’m making progress and gives direction to help make progress.
More about Melissa
- 16 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor in Oklahoma with 16 years of professional work experience, working in Community Mental Health, Tribal Behavioral Health, and private practice. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, depression, & executive and professional coaching. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My strengths are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Counseling. I also teach yoga and enjoy incorporating it in my practice. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Adoption and foster care
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
First responder issues
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Melissa Pitts Johnson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710376421.
- LPC · Oklahoma · LPC04795 · 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Melissa Pitts Johnson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
excellent therapist
Melissa is straight forward and points out when I’m off base. She also provides a point of view I may be missing, overlooking, or ignorant of. She’s encouraging when I’m making progress and gives direction to help make progress.
I came to Melissa during a difficult time in my life and she has surpassed every expectation I had of how this would go. She is intelligent and very quick to pick up on patterns and errors in thinking. Her broad worldview and experience working with people who are at rock bottom, homeless, psychotic, etc., gives her an appreciable perspective and ability to see the person underneath the mental illness. Her supportive and wise words over these last several months have been invaluable. Anyone would be lucky to have her.
Melissa is extremely helpful.
Great listener. Pays attention to detail. She writes back very quickly which I love. Def recommend.
She is a great therapist. I enjoyed working with her. Very nice. Will go to her again.
Melissa listens to my main concerns and offers professional, mindful advice.
Melissa has been a good therapist for me. She’s straight forward and is firm enough to fit my needs. I wish I’d had her sooner as the others didn’t seem as tuned in to my problems. She seems to get addiction and relationship problems as well as my problems pretty quickly.
Melissa has been such a great addition to my life. I have tried therapy off and on over the years but I feel like this has been my best experience with therapy and that I'm making even more progress with her. I feel very comfortable with her and like I can share anything with her. She is very understanding and knows just how to approach me. She's considerate but doesn't shy away from making me think about tough things. She has been really great for me and I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Melissa Pitts has helped my quite a bit in the short time we've been talking. She understands what I try to say even if it's jumbled. She is amazing.
Frequently asked questions
Does Melissa Pitts Johnson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melissa Pitts Johnson 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 Pitts Johnson speak?
Melissa Pitts Johnson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melissa Pitts Johnson have?
Melissa Pitts Johnson has 16 years of experience.
Where is Melissa Pitts Johnson licensed to practice?
Melissa Pitts Johnson is licensed to practice in Oklahoma.
Does Melissa Pitts Johnson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Melissa Pitts Johnson 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 Pitts Johnson offer?
Melissa Pitts Johnson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Melissa Pitts Johnson?
Melissa Pitts Johnson 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 Pitts Johnson?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: 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.
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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.