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Melissa Pierce, 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 16 reviews
Great news, Melissa is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

Her unique ability to identify the need and address it is refreshing!

Reviewed November 2024

Melissa is authentic, smart, and compassionate. She is a great listener with much wisdom to impart.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Melissa

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am licensed in Texas with over 20 years of professional work experience in the field of mental health. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I look forward to working with you by providing a non-judgmental, safe space to work on the areas that you want or need to address. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions LGBT Trauma and abuse Anger management Relationship issues Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Depression Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Melissa Pierce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417483272.

  • LPC · Texas · 73854 · Expires July 2026

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 Pierce

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

16 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helpful Listens Professional Recommend Safe Support Wonderful Amazing Compassion

Her unique ability to identify the need and address it is refreshing!

Reviewed November 2024

Melissa is authentic, smart, and compassionate. She is a great listener with much wisdom to impart.

Reviewed November 2024

As a first timer in therapy I was incredibly nervous about discussing my struggles and feelings with someone else but Melissa made it very easy to open up and to feel seen and supported.

Reviewed August 2024

Melissa easily created a safe space that allowed me to share my deepest concerns and encouraged me to be my true self while learning what trusting and healing look like, among many things. I am grateful for her dedication, support, genuine compassion, direct approach, and all her wisdom. Working with her has been nothing short of transformative.

Reviewed May 2024

I despise writing reviews however, Melissa's no-nonsense, coolness is exactly what I needed when I needed it.

Reviewed June 2024

Melissa seems to be a great fit for me. We have had only one call but got a lot out of it in a short time I'm looking forward to having more calls. She also does a great job of checking in. I feel she is very knowledgeable in her field.

Reviewed May 2024

betterhelp found a great match for me with Melissa. She understands my situation and the goals I have for myself.

Reviewed May 2024

Very helpful and understanding.

Reviewed April 2024

Melissa in the year that I have had her as a therapist has always shown great kindness, patience, and A willingness to adapt her style to whatever my session is needing in terms of direction. She is a wonderful voice I'd encourage anyone to hear.

Reviewed March 2024

Amazing! Really positive and helpful, and reinforced a lot of the things that I wished to pursue for my own progress when balancing my work, personal, trauma and health related issues. My conversations felt productive and welcoming and I really appreciated the sessions. Highly recommend!

Reviewed August 2023

Melissa is able to quickly get to the root cause of an issue. She creates a welcoming and safe space for you to completely be yourself and feel at ease. She's encouraging without being pushy, and has a wealth of tools to help you take an active roll in your self care and wellbeing.

Reviewed July 2023

Melissa has been wonderful with helping me learn more about myself and work through difficult times.

Reviewed July 2023

Melissa listens, provides support and focus to me. She follows up with me also. I would highly recommend her. She is experienced and professional.

Reviewed June 2023

She listens well and focused on what particular area I wanted to focus on. Open minded.

Reviewed May 2023

Melissa Pierce is very kind and professional.

Reviewed May 2023

I love Melissa. She is a great, non-judgmental listener. It's like talking to a best friend who truly cares. Her love for her profession and for people in need of her expertise is abundantly clear.

Reviewed May 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Melissa Pierce offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Melissa Pierce 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 Pierce speak?

Melissa Pierce speaks English.

How many years of experience does Melissa Pierce have?

Melissa Pierce has 20 years of experience.

Where is Melissa Pierce licensed to practice?

Melissa Pierce is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Melissa Pierce accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Melissa Pierce 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 Pierce offer?

Melissa Pierce offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Melissa Pierce?

Melissa Pierce 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 Pierce?

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.